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Archaeologists Stunned by Ancient Petroglyph Shows Bizarre Half-Man, Half-Mantis Carving Found in Cave

Researchers stumbled upon a prehistoric carving that seems to defy categorization, astrange creature etched into stone with the body of a man and the arms of a praying mantis. The petroglyph, ...
Al-Monitor

The stone-eaters that threaten Iran's ancient Persepolis

Built in the 6th century BC, Persepolis has withstood destruction, looting, earthquakes, fires and harsh weather — ATTA KENARE Conservationists at Persepolis, Iran's most iconic ancient site, are ...