Legend has it that when the Statue of Zeus was completed, the king of the gods announced his approval via a lightning bolt.

The dig site was originally analyzed in the 1950s, when archeologists found an iron oxide mineral called hematite and a waste ...

A team of archaeologists searching for Cleopatra’s tomb uncovered a sunken ancient port off the coast of Egypt, and they believe it may be linked to the iconic queen.

Archaeological findings and architectural elements provide evidence that a sun worship cult existed at Delphi.

Two Greek islands where pilgrims outnumber tourists: sacred Patmos where Revelation was written, and marble-rich Paros ...

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The island was a crucial hub of Hellenic civilization, and its ancient cities rivaled Athens and Corinth in power, wealth, and architectural splendor. Public Domain Sicily is not just an island; it’s ...

After ancient artifacts are discovered, where do they go? Aside from a minority of pieces sitting in personal collections or artifacts being studied in the lab, many items make their way from a buried ...

The map will guide local and visiting tourists who may not be aware of all of the historical places in Otsego County. Our area is full of historical gems which can be found in the smaller town museums ...

Hiram College’s Dr. Matt Notarian, associate professor of classics, is breaking new ground in the heart of Italy. Partnering with the Kansas City Art Institute, the town of Sassoferrato, and the ...

Peter Holley is a senior writer and native Austinite who writes about news and culture across the state of Texas. The first obstacle to deciphering the White Shaman mural is reaching it. The journey ...