As far back as the 8th century BC, the ancient Greeks had invented a large, round shield that became an essential part of warfare.

Two recently discovered ancient gold rings set with garnets reveal how Greek trends and customs became part of life in ...

A study reveals that the Kasta Tomb in Amphipolis, Greece, built by Alexander for Hephaestion, was solar-aligned with the ...

This armor wasn't just for show. It could have seen deadly combat during the epic Trojan War.

Crete, Greece's largest island, is home to some fascinating historical sites, excellent food, and this luxurious hotel with ...

During excavation of a well at a house in western Syria, a lucky discovery turned up an ancient mosaic — depicting the Greek ...

His unexplored tomb at Nemrut Dağ may show us more about death and worship in ancient ... design reflects the influence of both cultural heritages. Although most of the gods represented are Greek ...

Its recorded history begins with Greek mythology, when the goddess Athena was said to have gifted an olive tree to the city, giving Athens both its name and its ancient symbol, according to Greeka.

The largest and most lavish tomb ever built in ancient Macedonia may have been designed to fill with sunlight on the winter ...

Gilded Age railroad tycoon Cornelius Vanderbilt would be wealthier than Jeff Bezos if he were alive today. His grandson built ...

What if your next trip to Italy didn’t just include sightseeing but also dancing in medieval costumes, tasting regional dishes from village kitchens, and watching fireworks light up ancient ruins? […] ...