Greek cities had beautiful temples with stone columns and statues, and open-air theatres where people sat to watch plays. Image caption, Ancient Greek ruins of the Temple of Apollo and theatre in ...
Photo from ÖAW / ÖAI On a hilltop in Greece, archaeologists uncovered a huge set of ruins. The ancient complex — which turned mythology into history — is still revealing its secrets.
Velia is 40 kilometers (25 miles) southeast of Paestum, a much-visited site of ancient Greek temples. The recently completed excavation at Velia unearthed a pair of helmets in good condition, the ...
and exploring the Greek outdoors. The city's old town centre is a must-see for history enthusiasts. Here, tourists can walk through narrow streets lined with neoclassical buildings, visit the stunning ...