Ancient Greek gold findings in Central Asia provide concrete evidence of the existence of Greek civilization in the region. This predates the conquests of Alexander the Great in the fourth century BC.

Thomas Bruce, widely known as Lord Elgin, was the ambassador of England in Constantinople who stole the ancient sculptures ...

Credit: Shutterstock The best of Greece The fabulous Greek islands are some of the top tourist spots in the world, and in ...

Matteo Colombo/DigitalVision/Getty Images Unless you’re dead-set on skiing in the Bavarian alps of immersing yourself in the ...

Possibly the most famous museum in the world, the Louvre - and its characterising pyramid outside - is worth a spot on your ...

Prague is home ot many of the most famous landmarks in Europe, such as the Charles Bridge and the clock tower in its old city ...

Nov. 7, 2024 — Researchers have used ancient DNA to challenge long-held interpretations of the people of Pompeii. Contrary to physical appearances, the DNA evidence revealed unexpected ...

The sistrum was one of the most sacred musical instruments in ancient Egypt and was believed to hold powerful magical properties. It was used in the worship of the goddess Hathor, mythological... The ...

The writing was etched onto clay cylinders discovered during a dig at an ancient Syrian city. What appears to be evidence of the oldest alphabetic writing in human history is etched onto finger ...

Save time and money on this combo tour that features Athens’ major highlights. After an informative walking tour through the city center, enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Acropolis (tickets at your ...

If you have traveled, chances are you’ve visited a tourist trap - a popular tourist stop that locals avoid at all costs.