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Daily Record
15 hours ago
- Science
- Daily Record
World's oldest human structure built 23,000 years before Pyramids discovered
Archaeologists have been left reeling after uncovering a cave that pre-dates the Great Pyramid by 16,000 years The world's oldest human structure, built 23,000 years before the Great Pyramid of Giza, has been discovered - and has single-handedly re-written everything we thought we knew about the history of ancient structures. Teopetra cave in Greece, is the oldest known structure built by man - older than the largest of the three pyramids at the Giza Necropolis complex in Egypt, the last remaining wonder of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The stone wall of Theopetra in Thessaly was built during the Upper Paleolithic, a whopping 130,000 years ago, when humanity was just beginning to develop more complex tools and survival strategies. The wall partially closed off the entrance of the cave and its most likely purpose was to protect against the harsh glacial climate that dominated the region at that time, as per Unión Rayo. Its construction has been placed around 16,000 years before the Pyramids of Egypt, and shows that the cave's inhabitants - nomadic gatherers - knew about architecture or, at least, adapting to their environment. The cave was inhabited for more than 130,000 years, from the Middle Paleolithic to the Neolithic, and boasts "an almost continuous human presence". Stone tools, remnants of hearths, and even children's footprints have been found inside - contextualising the lives of those who lived in the chamber for such a consistent period of time. In fact, human footprints in the cave are among the oldest in Europe, dated to approximately 135,000 years ago. This remarkable find consists of four footprints in a row, believed to have been made by children aged two to seven. The children likely walked on the remnants of a fire, which later petrified, allowing the footprints to be preserved today. Neolithic pottery, bone and shell artefacts, skeletons dating from 9000 and 8000 BC, and traces of plants and seeds giving a look into the dietary habits of the time have been stumbled upon during excavation efforts. Specimens such as coal and human bones also prove that the cave was occupied from about 135,000 BC to 4000 BC and that temporary use continued during the Bronze Age and historic times up to 1955. Even after that, the shepherds used the cave occasionally to shelter their herds until the excavations began. The latest cave findings published in 2012 have raised the time records of the cave's dwelling to 135.000 BC. What's more, the site showcases the records of two significant cultural transitions within a single location - the replacement of Neanderthals by modern humans and the shift from hunter-gathering to farming after the end of the last Ice Age. In a similar way, in Scotland, the islands of Orkney also hold proof of a remarkable ancient past. This area was home to developed Neolithic communities thousands of years ago, creating settlements and monuments that were built even before world-famous sites like Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids of Giza existed. Orkney is home to a collection of Stone Age sites that are recognised internationally. Together, these form a UNESCO World Heritage site called the "Heart of Neolithic Orkney." Back on mainland Europe, for history buffs or those taken with this remarkable finding, you can visit Theopetra, located 5 km from Meteora, because after eight years, Theopetra Cave finally reopened to the public this year. A museum located on the incredible site housing the remains found inside the cave. The Theopetra Cave and the museum remain open every day except Tuesdays, from 8.30am-3.30pm. The entrance fee/ticket is five euros per person with special rates for children/students/elderly. With the same ticket you can access both the museum and the cave. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Bloomberg
a day ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Australia Is the Future of Gas, and Always Will Be
You can build a lot in 75 years. The Great Pyramid took about 25 years to be finished. The Byzantine cathedral of Hagia Sofia, roughly five. The Apollo Space Program put a man on the moon in less than a decade. Exporting gas from the tropical waters northwest of Australia is proving to be a lot harder.
Egypt Today
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
Egyptian star Essam Elsakka shares a behind-the-scenes snippet from El Mashro' X
Egyptian star Essam Elsakka shared a photo from behind the scenes of the massive production movie El Mashro' X (Project X). Veteran director Peter Mimi and superstar Karim Abdel Aziz reunite in El Mashro' X a high-octane cinematic spectacle set to premiere on May 21, 2025, with breathtaking IMAX visuals. The film follows Egyptologist Youssef El-Gamal and his team as they embark on a dangerous quest across Egypt, the Vatican, Latin America, and the open sea to uncover the truth behind the Great Pyramid. Was it just a tomb? With stunning locations spanning Egypt, Turkey, Spain, and Italy, El Mashro' X is one of the year's biggest productions. Starring Karim Abdel Aziz, Yasmine Sabry, Essam Elsakka, Eyad Nassar, Ahmed Ghozzi, and Mariam El Gendy, the film also features special appearances by Hannah El Zahed and Maged El Kedwany.
NDTV
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
This Egyptian Restaurant Lets You Eat Right Next To The Pyramids Of Giza
If Egypt is on your travel list, chances are the Pyramids of Giza are already marked as a must-see. But what if you could add a proper meal to that plan - one that mixes reworked Egyptian flavours with a direct view of the pyramids themselves? That is exactly what makes Khufu's restaurant special. Tucked inside the Giza Pyramid Complex, it is a rare chance to dine this close to such a historic site. It just won the Resy "One To Watch Award" 2025, one of the honours given out by The World's 50 Best Restaurants. That means people are taking note of this one, and for good reason. What Makes Khufu's Restaurant Stand Out? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Khufu's Restaurant (@khufusrestaurant) There are only a handful of restaurants near the Pyramids of Giza that actually overlook the site. Khufu's is one of them, with a clear, picture-perfect view. Even though it only opened in 2022, it is already making a name for itself in Egypt's fine dining space. Earlier this year, it came in 4th on the list of 50 Best Restaurants in the Middle East and North Africa. It also topped the list as the best restaurant in Egypt for 2025. The name Khufu's pays tribute to Pharaoh Khufu, who is known for commissioning the Great Pyramid. (That very structure is where he was laid to rest.) Who Is The Chef At Khufu's Restaurant? Chef Mostafa Seif is the one running the kitchen at Khufu's restaurant. He won Top Chef Middle East in 2018 and is now known for giving Egyptian cuisine a fresh spin. He keeps traditional ingredients and cooking methods at the heart of his dishes. Khufu's is the brainchild of Giovanni Bolandrini, who is also behind the Pier88 Group - a hospitality brand that runs several high-end restaurants, including this one. What Type Of Food Is Served At Khufu's Restaurant? The tasting menus at Khufu's lean into Egyptian comfort food, but not the kind you have had before. Each dish is reworked to bring bold, new flavours to the table. It is a nod to Chef Seif's roots, but with a present-day feel. One of the standout dishes is the koshari, Egypt's national favourite, but here it is served with quail eggs and a few other surprises. Other items on the menu include Black baba ganoush, Egyptian fava puree, Charcoal Chicken and more. The idea is to give locals and tourists something fresh that still feels familiar. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Worlds 50 Best Restaurants (@theworlds50best) The "One To Watch" award goes to "a rising star restaurant in the global hospitality scene which 50 Best believes has the potential to break into the list in the years to come." The winner is picked through votes by the 50 Best Academy and based on editorial calls. Kato in Los Angeles picked up the "One To Watch" last year, so Khufu's is in good company.
Glasgow Times
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Underrated attraction near Glasgow named one of the best
The spot was named alongside other lesser destinations across the country, including Woodchester Mansion in the Cotswolds and Johnny Wood and Borrowdale Yews in Cumbria. Introducing its handpicked ranking, The Telegraph said that while the number of people coming to Britain's visitor attractions has skyrocketed in recent years, there are still places where you "don't need to shuffle shoulder-to-shoulder with the masses for a grand day out." 'Extraordinary' attraction 45 minutes from Glasgow named one of the best underrated places to visit Jupiter Artland, which is just 45 minutes away from Glasgow by car, was named one of the best underrated attractions in the UK by The Telegraph. Discussing the outdoor art gallery and pool, the publication said: "You'll find an entirely new perspective on modern art in this extraordinary sculpture park set in a wooded estate on the outskirts of Edinburgh. "Moving around, on and through works of world-class artists like Anish Kapoor, Antony Gormley and Ian Hamilton Finlay is uniquely absorbing, with children (and adults) welcome to get up close, touch, even swim in a work of art in the Joana Vasconcelos Gateway Pool." This wasn't the only Scottish place named with Kilmartin Glen in Argyll and Bute also being highlighted. Recommended Reading: The newspaper said: "It's hard to find ruins quite as evocative as those of Kilmartin Glen on the west coast of Argyll. "Begin by overlooking successive burial cairns from the roadside, then pass through fields of black-face sheep to a prehistoric collection of stone circles, cist chambers and henge monuments that are older than Stonehenge, older even than the Great Pyramid of Giza. "Perhaps, though, the wooded glen's most wonderful feature isn't its extra layer of Neolithic or Bronze Age remains, or the rock art sites that are denser than anywhere else in Britain (there are more than 800 at the last count). "The most magnificent attraction is that its stories are still being unearthed from the soil by archaeologists — and so much of this history is still waiting to be discovered."
