The Mysterious Shigir Idol

Originally standing over 17 feet tall, and dating back to approximately 7500 BC, the Shigir Idol is considered the oldest wooden sculpture known in the world.  It was discovered in the 1890’s in the Ural Mountains of Kirovgrad. Archaeologists working in the area, where other ancient pieces were being unearthed …

Six Questions with Frank Albo: Author of Astana: A Challenge and Armchair Treasure Hunt

Frank Albo immediately captures your interest through his stunning book Astana: Architecture, Myth, and Destiny. The pages burst with spectacular illustrations and transports the observer into a world of architectural marvels. With a PhD in History of Architecture and graduate degrees in Ancient Near Eastern languages, Western Esotericism, and Art …