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The discovery of the helmet of Miltiades, who fought in the Battle of Marathon, is one of the most important archaeological ...

Understanding this crucial point in human history has focused on the Dmanisi Hominid Archaeological Site in Georgia where ...

There were many similarities between ancient Greece and Egypt. The two civilizations were in close contact during the ...

The ancient Greeks had a reputation for holding wild parties. But that’s not the only way to party like an ancient Greek.

Intriguing it is to imagine the phasing out of systematic slavery in favor of the economic development of free people ...

During the fifth century BC, Athens was a city-state to be reckoned with. Together with Sparta, it was one of the two great powers of Classical Greece. When in 431 bc the Peloponnesian War broke out, ...

The Acropolis and Parthenon are the heart of ancient Athens and a must-see for any visitor to Greece. In this video, we walk ...

Social media users praised the scene in the viral clip, with one saying "it's like shopping and sightseeing" at same time.

An ambitious new plans for reforming football will blend a creative and technical approach with ideas drawn from national ...

Every year, Athens draws millions of history buffs to the sun-bleached stones of its ancient temples. The city’s legendary landmarks—the Acropolis with its iconic Parthenon, the Agora with its deep ...

Seeing a city on foot changes the way it reveals itself. Streets become stories, distances feel intentional, and small ...