Ancient times refer to periods in history before recorded history began. It generally encompasses civilizations that existed thousands of years ago.
Related terms
Paleolithic Era: The earliest period of human history characterized by the use of stone tools.
Neolithic Revolution: A major turning point in human history when humans transitioned from hunting and gathering to farming, leading to permanent settlements.
Mesopotamia: One of the earliest civilizations located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers in present-day Iraq.