Since Athens is considered the birthplace of democracy, Pericles must be the father of democracy.

The ancient Greek physician and botanist Dioscorides, also known as Pedanius Dioscorides, is considered by many to be the father of pharmacology for...

The focal questions about war In dealing with both theoretical and practical points of view about war, at least six fundamental questions arise:...

Although Athens is not known for its many parks, the Greek capital still has some unique places for a green escape. Near the center in picturesque...

Ancient Greece is where the first form of direct democracy developed in the world. It was called demokratia (δημοκρατία), literally meaning...

The Temple of Olympian Zeus lies at the heart of the Greek capital of Athens. It remains one of the most iconic landmarks of this historic city and an...

A large wildfire broke out south of Athens on Thursday, triggering authorities to issue evacuation orders and shut down parts of the coastal road...

Archaeologists have recently discovered multiple artifacts depicting ancient Greek deities in the ancient city of Finziade in Sicily. Now known as...

Archaeologists have recently discovered multiple artifacts depicting ancient Greek deities in the ancient city of Finziade in Sicily. Now known as...

Cimon of Athens, the son of General Miltiades, was an ancient Greek general and statesman who died while winning Cyprus from the Persians. However,...