These 15 ancient wonders, from the world’s oldest printed book to the first restaurant, tell amazing stories of history, culture and human ingenuity.
The world has amazing stories from the past in its heart. From ancient monuments and ancient traditions to enduring works of nature and human masterpieces, these historical treasures are not only remnants of human ingenuity, but also the enduring power of nature. In the following, we examine 15 of these timeless wonders together.
Diamond Sutra
The world’s oldest printed book, the Diamond Sutra, is a Buddhist text dating back to 868 AD that was discovered in a cave in China. This work, created during the Tang Dynasty, represents the importance of printing technology in the past and remarkable human achievements.
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Jonathan the turtle
Jonathan, the Seychelles giant tortoise, is the world’s oldest living land animal, estimated to be 191 years old. This animal is kept on the island of St. Helena and its image is engraved on the country’s five-penny coin. The long life of this animal is due to its very slow metabolism.
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Egypt
According to historical documents, Egypt was founded in 3150 BC by King Menes or Narmer; When Upper and Lower Egypt were united. This civilization flourished for over 3,000 years until Alexander the Great conquered it.
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Olimpico Theater
The Teatro Olimpico in Italy is the oldest theater in the world still in use. This 400-year-old building was designed by the famous architect, “Andre Palladio”; But he died six months after the construction began. Vincenzo Scamutzi completed the construction and the first performance, Oedipus Rex, was held in 1585.
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Hinduism
Hinduism, the world’s oldest major religion, is over 4,000 years old. This religion, which was formed in the Indus Valley, is a collection of philosophies, rituals and cultural traditions. Hinduism continues to have a profound influence on art, philosophy, and social structure throughout the world.
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Saint game
Senet, the world’s oldest board game, dates back to ancient Egypt and dates back to around 3,100 BC. This game, played by pharaohs and common people, is depicted in tombs and hieroglyphic inscriptions.
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Tamil language
With more than 85 million speakers, Tamil is one of the oldest living languages in the world. This language, which has its roots in southern India and northern Sri Lanka, is more than 2,000 years old. Its rich literary works have created a living link to ancient civilizations.
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Constitution of San Marino
The Constitution of San Marino, written in 1600, is the oldest constitution in the world still in force. This document has established a stable framework for governing this small country for more than four centuries and is a symbol of political stability.
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The London Gazette
The London Gazette is the world’s oldest newspaper still in print. This newspaper was founded in 1665 under the name “Oxford Gazette” and later changed its name to London Gazette. This publication continues to be published daily (except on bank holidays).
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Teotra cave wall
The oldest human-made structure has been found in the Teotra cave in Greece, which dates back to about 23,000 years ago. This stone wall belongs to the Paleolithic era and provides valuable evidence of the evolution of human life.
The tree of Methuselah
Methuselah, the world’s oldest living tree, is a bristlecone pine that is more than 4,800 years old. This tree, located in California, has withstood harsh climatic conditions and is a valuable resource for studying climate change.
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British pound
The pound sterling, the world’s oldest currency, is over 1,200 years old. This currency has been a symbol of economic stability for centuries and has had a great impact on global trade and financial policies.
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Dutch national anthem
The Dutch national anthem, “Wilhemus”, is the oldest national anthem in the world, dating back to the 16th century. This hymn was written during the Dutch struggle for independence and was officially accepted in 1932.
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The movie “Rondehi Garden Scene”
“Roundhay Garden Scene”, the world’s oldest surviving film, was made in 1888 by Louis Le Prince. This short film of 1.66 seconds is the first step in the history of cinema.
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Subrino de Botin restaurant
Sobrino de Botin, the oldest restaurant in the world, was founded in 1725 in Madrid. This restaurant still serves traditional dishes and is mentioned in one of Ernest Hemingway’s novels.
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What do you think about the wonders left over from the past? If you have something in mind to add to this list, please share it with us and other Kajaro users.
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