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The Best of the Ancient World

The Best of the Ancient World

Ancient History

In honour of HISTORY's "Ancient Top 10" series we've rounded up the very best of the ancient world:

A Phoenician ship carved on a sarcophagus, 2nd century AD

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The oldest shipwrecks in history

The Easter Island statues

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Spring flower wreath with colorful ribbons on tree in garden, green natural background. floral decor. Symbol of Beltane, Wiccan Celtic Holiday beginning of summer. pagan witch traditions, rituals flower wreath with colorful ribbons on tree in garden, green natural background. floral decor. Symbol of Beltane, Wiccan Celtic Holiday beginning of summer. pagan witch traditions, rituals

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