An international team of archaeologists determined the exact date of the destruction of the ancient Greek city of Scythopolis located in the modern...

Apollonius of Perga (Greek: Ἀπολλώνιος ὁ Περγαῖος) who lived from 240 BC to c. 190 BC, was a brilliant ancient Greek...

As Christians around the world celebrate Christmas, there is no joy among the ancient Christian community of Syria. John Schindler Washington...

A 500-year-old Shiva temple has been unearthed in Ward No. 54, Patna, transforming a former garbage dump into a site of worship. Discovered by locals,...

A 500-year-old Shiva temple has been unearthed in Ward No. 54, Patna, transforming a former garbage dump into a site of worship. Discovered by locals,...

The Derveni papyrus, an ancient Greek papyrus roll from the era of Philip II of Macedon’s reign—probably from the years between 340 and 320...

Archaeologists in Pompeii have revealed extraordinary finds, including lavish frescoes in a grand colonnaded hall and a decorated counter in an...

Milos, one of the most beautiful islands of the Cyclades, has a very long history, like all other Greek islands. Although most famous for the...

The Greek goddess Aphrodite threatening her unruly child, Eros, with the back of her sandal, appears to have started a tradition among mothers that is...

Smashing a pomegranate on New Year’s Day is an Ancient Greek custom that continues to this day as the fruit is considered a symbol of good fortune.