Journey back in time to explore the mysteries and marvels of ancient civilizations, from pharaohs to philosophers. Uncover historical facts and legendary figures.
Ancient Civilizations provide an inexhaustible source of fascinating material for crossword puzzles, rich with unique names, architectural wonders, and mythical tales. Clues can range from the grandeur of Egyptian pyramids and Roman emperors to lesser-known details of Mesopotamian inventions or Indus Valley script. This topic allows constructors to craft puzzles that are both educational and steeped in the captivating narratives of humanity's past, appealing to history buffs and wordplay lovers alike.
Crossword clues used in ancient civilizations puzzles, with answers and links to play.
“Material used to make tablets for early writing”
CLAY (4)
“Ancient people of Central America known for their calendar”
MAYA (4)
“A dead body preserved by ancient burial customs”
MUMMY (5)
“A large stone tomb built for an Egyptian pharaoh”
PYRAMID (7)
“The empire that built the mountain city of Machu Picchu”
INCA (4)
“Beings such as Zeus or Ra who were worshipped”
GODS (4)
“The city that served as the heart of a vast empire”
ROME (4)
“A person whose job was to write and keep records”
SCRIBE (6)
“The civilization that built the Great Wall”
CHINA (5)
“The empire that built the city of Machu Picchu”
INCA (4)
“Central American civilization known for its calendar and pyramids”
MAYA (4)
“The title given to the kings of ancient Egypt”
PHARAOH (7)
“The Greek city known for its powerful army”
SPARTA (6)
“A building used for the worship of gods and goddesses”
TEMPLE (6)
“The long river that supported life in ancient Egypt”
NILE (4)
“A piece of metal used as money in ancient trade”
COIN (4)
“An early form of paper made from a river plant”
PAPYRUS (7)
“A bridge-like structure built to carry water over long distances”
AQUEDUCT (8)
“A large open area used for public entertainment like gladiator fights”
ARENA (5)
“The empire located in the Andes mountains of South America”
INCA (4)
“A massive stone tomb built for an Egyptian pharaoh”
PYRAMID (7)
“A preserved body wrapped in cloth bandages”
MUMMY (5)
“A building dedicated to the worship of a god or gods”
TEMPLE (6)
“A person whose job was to write down records and laws”
SCRIBE (6)
“The civilization famous for its calendar and stepped pyramids in Central America”
MAYA (4)
“A large unit of soldiers in the ancient Roman army”
LEGION (6)
“A picture made from many small pieces of colored glass or stone”
MOSAIC (6)
“A metal made by mixing copper and tin used for tools and weapons”
BRONZE (6)
“A material like paper made from a water plant”
PAPYRUS (7)
“People who built the city of Tenochtitlan in Mexico”
AZTEC (5)
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