AsianCultures of Asia and the classical Orient "Medieval Lands" offers sources for name and persona research
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2007-02-17 17:34
A great online source for documenting medieval genealogy is Charles Cawley's Medieval Lands, "the encyclopædia of territories in the medieval western world and the royal and noble families which ruled them."
Road Workers Discover Tran Dynasty Altar
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2006-11-29 15:40
Construction workers in Hanoi, Vietnam have discovered what is believed to be an ancient altar from the Tran Dynasty (1225-1400) as well as glassware dating to the same period.
Early Horse Domestication Evidence in Kazahkstan
Submitted by Ursula on Fri, 2006-11-10 16:36
Evidence from soil suggests that people were relying on domesticated horses for survival more than 5,000 years ago.
10th Century Korean Palace to be Excavated
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2006-08-18 13:59
Teams of experts from North and South Korea will band together to excavate the ancient site of the Koryo Kingdom in North Korea. The site is the location of a royal palace and tombs constructed in the 10th century CE.
Excavation of Hanoi's Ancient Citadel Continues
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2006-06-17 08:20
In 2003, when construction workers set out to build a new parking lot for Vietnam's legislature, they were surprised to discover the remains of a 1,000-year-old century citadel buried beneath the city.
Glory IX: On the Silk Road to Glory
Submitted by Khalidah bint Yahyaa on Thu, 2006-05-18 13:00
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Summer brings the call to Glory! Following in the footsteps of those who first brought goods to Rome, our caravan will find Adventure along the Silk Road. Merchants will gather from far and wide, and Guards will heed the call to protect their goods against the Brigands who await them. Experience the wonders of the Middle East, brave the dangers of the Taklimakan Desert, and join friends Old and New for food and fellowship in Chang’An, the Imperial City. Up-to-date information is located at: http//www.glorywar.org/ Location:LCCC Campground Buford, WY 7th Century Cambodian Ship Discovered
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2006-04-10 15:59
Cambodian archaeologists have discovered the remains of a wooden sailing ship thought to date back to the 7th century, pre-Angkorian Nokor Phnom era.
Exhibit on medieval Vietnamese ceramics opens at the Freer
Submitted by Karen on Tue, 2005-07-12 11:30
"Vietnamese Ceramics from the Red River Delta" opens on July 9 at the Freer Gallery of Art in Washington, DC, and continues indefinitely.
Gaming Exhibit at Sackler Gallery
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-05-05 17:45
The Arthur M. Sackler Gallery in Washington D.C. will host an exhibit on Asian Games through May 15, 2005.
History of Roses Explored
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2005-01-01 14:40
Roses have fascinated gardeners for generations. This short article looks at the history of the flower.
Kazinform: 13th-14th Century Village Discovered in Kazakhstan
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2004-11-25 08:21
Researchers are excited by the discovery of a 13th-14th century town on the dry bottom of the Aral Sea in Kazakhstan.
Photos and an original pantoum from Mists Investiture
Submitted by Justin on Fri, 2004-11-19 10:09
It's not a misshapen creature that haunts an opera house! A pantoum is a 15th century Malaysian poetry form, and Sir Balthazar has written one in honor of Princess Quentyn of the Mists. Balthazar has also published his photos from the Investiture.
Hobbits Discovered in Indonesia?
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-11-12 20:01
The skeletal remains of a tiny adult female discovered on an Indonesian island have researchers fantasizing about hobbits.
Taj Mahal Celebrates 350th Birthday
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2004-10-15 19:06
Indians are celebrating the 350th anniversary of the construction of the Taj Mahal.
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