History This Enormous 8th Century Temple in India Was Carved from One RockMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartFormed from a single block of excavated stone, Kailasa temple is considered one of the most impressive cave temples in India. The enormous structure is one of 34 cave temples and monasteries that are known
Art Amazing Sculptures of Real Humans Who Lived Thousands of Years AgoMy Modern Met - Emma TaggartFrom early neanderthals to modern day humans, we have come a long way from the dawn of civilization. People have not only developed emotionally and intellectually, but our facial structures have also over
History Sahara Desert Libraries Are Home to Thousands of Ancient TextsMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartNestled in the Sahara, the medieval village of Chinguetti in Mauritania is an incredible jewel of Berber culture. Once an important outpost on trade and pilgrimage routes, the desert village contains examples
30+ Historic Photos Celebrate 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11 Moon LandingMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartOn July 20, 1969 mankind took “one giant step” as the Apollo 11 mission touched down on the Moon. As the first mission to bring humans to the Moon, it remains one of mankind’s most incredible accomplishments.
Neil Armstrong’s Spacesuit Is on Display at National Air and Space MuseumMy Modern Met - Sara BarnesThe date of July 20, 1969 marks a special moment in space exploration. This was the day that Neil Armstrong took his first steps on the moon and uttered the phrase, “That’s one small step for man, one
UNESCO Announces 29 New World Heritage Sites Around the WorldMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartUNESCO has added 29 landmarks to its World Heritage List for 2019, bringing its total to 1,121 culturally significant sites. Meeting strict criteria, these historical, natural, and scientific sites are
A Look at the Earliest Printed Book—and It’s Not the Gutenberg BibleMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartToday, the printed word is taken for granted. Newspapers, books, brochures, and business cards are filled with printed words essential for spreading information around the globe. The revolution of the
7 Fascinating Facts About England’s Mysterious StonehengeMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartOne of the most famous ancient monuments in history, Stonehenge has long captured the imagination of the public. The prehistoric monument, which is located in Wiltshire, England, is shrouded in mystery.
Play button Mesmerizing Chinese Tea Ceremony Uses Kung Fu MovesMy Modern Met - Sara BarnesThere is an art to tea. You might imagine this artistry as being expressed in the blend of the leaves or through the tools in which a cup of it is prepared, but in the Sichuan province of China, there
What is the Smithsonian? Discover and Explore This National InstitutionMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouTo a lot of people, the Smithsonian symbolizes a single museum. Many may imagine the suspended planes at the National Air and Space Museum; others might think about Dorothy’s ruby slippers at the National
Zen How Zen Gardens Became the Ultimate Expression of Japanese CultureMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartJapanese rock gardens—or Zen gardens—are one of the most recognizable aspects of Japanese culture. Intended to stimulate meditation, these beautiful gardens (also known as dry landscapes) strip nature
Maps Download Over 91,000 Maps from the World’s Largest Private CollectionMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartMap lovers will be thrilled by the possibility to peruse some of the world’s most unique historic maps. Over 91,000 maps from the exhaustive David Rumsey Map Collection have been placed online for the
Machu Picchu 7 Facts About Machu Picchu That Show How Incredible the Inca Empire WasMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartThe powerful Inca Empire—the last of the great Andean civilizations—grew out of the Peruvian highlands in the early 13th century. Ruling over a population of 10 million people, they were the last fully
Tutankhamun Colorized Photos Reveal the Historic Discovery of King Tut’s TombMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartWhen the tomb of Tutankhamun was discovered in 1922, it caused a sensation. The nearly intact tomb was a time capsule waiting to be explored, allowing scholars to gain vital information about life and
History 6 Surprising Facts About the Roman ColosseumMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartThere’s nothing that exemplifies ancient Rome quite like the Colosseum. Constructed between 70 CE and 80 CE, this iconic piece of Roman architecture is not only the largest amphitheater ever built, but
These 400-Year-Old Rings Unfold to Reveal Astronomical SpheresMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartWhat if you could wear the entire universe on your finger? Since ancient times, astronomers around the world have used models of the sky to make calculations. With the advent of the armillary sphere, were
Discover the Intriguing History of an Unusual Castle Built into the Side of a CaveMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartThe weird and wonderful Predjama Castle seems like it belongs in a fantasy world, but the real history behind this Renaissance castle is much more interesting than fiction. Located in Slovenia, the incredible
Play button Buddhist Tibetan Musical Notations Resemble Beautiful LandscapesMy Modern Met - Sara BarnesMusical notations can go far beyond what is indicated on the page. For Tibetan Buddhists, these figures have religious importance that represent sacred sounds and ceremonies that have been passed along
Archeologists Discover Perfectly Preserved 4,000-Year-Old Tomb in EgyptMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartIn Egypt, the archeological discoveries never end. This was made all the more clear by the recent discovery of a colorful tomb in Saqqara, home to some of Egypt’s earliest pyramids. The incredibly well-preserved
History The Fabergé Egg: From Imperial Russia to Global Treasure HuntsMy Modern Met - Emma TaggartYou’ve probably heard of Fabergé eggs—opulent, egg-shaped ornaments decked with gemstones and precious metals—but did you know about their history with Imperial Russia? These highly collectible objects
Scientists Analyze Ancient DNA to Solve Mystery of Who Built StonehengeMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouShrouded in mystery, Stonehenge is among the world’s most famous ancient ruins. The prehistoric monument has perplexed archaeologists for years, culminating in endless theories about who built it and Finally,
Play button Pysanky: Beautiful Ukrainian Easter Eggs & How to Make Your OwnMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartThe start of spring means that Easter is on the horizon, which for many people means one thing—it’s time to start decorating eggs. But did you know that in Ukraine, Easter egg decorating is an important
8 of the World’s Most Awe-Inspiring Ancient RuinsMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouToday, there are plenty of ways we can get a glimpse into the past. Looking at old photos and gazing at artifacts in museums can help us learn about history, but the best way to feel like you’re really
11 Enlightening Facts About the Statue of LibertyMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouFor centuries, the Statue of Liberty has stood as an illuminating symbol of independence. Situated in the New York Harbor, the colossal sculpture has become a fixture of the city’s skyline, captivating
Play buttonArt World’s Most Famous Medieval Illuminated Manuscript Now Viewable OnlineMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartIn the world of Medieval illuminated manuscripts, there’s one work that sits above the rest. The Book of Kells is not only the finest existing work of its kind, it’s also an Irish national treasure. Believed
Mont-Saint-Michel: The Medieval Island Off the Coast of FranceMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouNestled off the coast of Normandy is Mont-Saint-Michel, a magical site that dates back to the Middle Ages. Wrapped in a picturesque village and topped with a sky-high tower, this tidal island looks like
This 1,288-Word Run-On Sentence by William Faulkner Broke RecordsMy Modern Met - Emma TaggartMost book lovers would agree that coming across a very long sentence in a novel can sometimes require multiple reads to comprehend. The world of literature is full of examples of sprawling monologues multi-line
Play buttonHistory This Rare Vintage Typewriter from the 1950s Lets You Type Sheet MusicMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartWhile most composers like to handwrite their sheet music, over the years there have been all types of machines invented to help print music. Perhaps one of the coolest is the Keaton Music Typewriter. patented
History 800 Medieval Illuminated Manuscripts from France & Britain Are OnlineMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartLovers of Medieval art and literature will appreciate an initiative undertaken by the British Library, Bibliothèque Nationale de France, and the Polonsky Foundation. The trio has teamed up to make some
