Laura is a writer, illustrator, and artist living in New York City.

When you think of all the things that have been preserved for thousands of years, it can be pretty dizzying.


Museums all over the world are full of incredible artifacts made by our ancestors, and looking at them is like time traveling into the past.

But at the same time, there have been so many incredible pieces of art and technology that have been lost forever due to war, natural disaster, or by simply being forgotten.

It’s sad to think about what we might be missing, but sometimes, amazing pieces of history are saved just in the nick of time.

That’s what happened in the city of Zeugma, Turkey, where ancient mosaics from Greek and Roman cultures were unearthed and seen for the first time after 2,000 years.


Their vibrant colors and craftsmanship were breathtaking. And just like these incredible ancient playthings from all over the world, they offer us a glimpse into the lives of people who lived thousands of years ago.

Take a look at the incredible mosaics that were saved from being lost forever, and see how incredible ancient art truly is.

[H/T: BoredPanda, My Modern Met]