archeology
30/04/2013 / EGYPT
Egyptians rally against looting of pyramid grounds
Protesters gathered Monday near Egypt’s Dahshur pyramids to demand that the government take action against widespread robbing of their ancient tombs. Archaeologists say that this looting has gotten out of control since the Egyptian revolution. Read more...
19/03/2010 / IRAQ
Iraqi temple: Disneyland for coalition troops
The Iraqi city of Ur: a cradle of civilisation, an archaeological landmark and, according to the bible, the birthplace of Father Abraham. For six years Iraqis themselves were banned from visiting the site, while hoards of American soldiers and other coalition forces were being bussed in daily. Read more...
