Depictions of the ancient Egyptian sky goddess found on tombs and coffins dating back almost 5,000 years may represent a key ...

One aspect of modern May Day celebrations is the preparation of a flower wreath from wild flowers against a background of ...

An interest in understanding the role that the Milky Way played in Egyptian culture and religion has led University of ...

It was a 4th-century BC fresco known as the “Madonna of Aigai.” This ancient Greek depiction bears striking similarities to the traditional portrayals of Virgin Mary we are all used to. This is why it ...

After a century-long wait, an excavation has finally revealed the only ancient theatre on Greece's Ionian Islands. Ancient Lefkada’s theatre was first discovered in 1901, but it took until now ...

The researchers have also estimated that construction on the theater began around the 4th century B.C.E., when ancient Lefkada was experiencing economic prosperity. “Although damaged by time ...

Greek mythology has been widely used in the movie industry in the past, from Clash of the Titans to Troy and more. Yet, it hasn’t been featured in many films in recent years for some reason. This ...

He was a Greek mathematician and the head librarian at the Library ... a feat that stands as a testament to the ingenuity of ancient science. Using the differences in the angle of the sun’s rays at ...

These mythological creatures are the cream of the Greek crop. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most iconic beasts and beings from Greek myths. Mark Carney is ...

A groundbreaking discovery in Lefkada has unveiled the first-ever ancient Greek theater in the Ionian Islands, shedding light on a rich part of Greece’s history. The site had been obscured by olive ...

In a historic revival of Hellenic worship, a newly built temple dedicated to the ancient Greek gods Zeus and Pan has been unveiled in Arcadia. This marks the first such construction in nearly 1,700 ...