Travel: There’s nothing like being pampered in a spa while visiting historic Greece
The wellness destination Euphoria Retreat provides services to heal the body and mind in the ancient fortress town of ...
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What Happened to the Remains and Tombs of Roman Emperors?
When it comes to Roman Emperors and their fate, a big mystery appears that has baffled historians and archaeologists alike for centuries.
Milo regaining popularity thanks to imaginative story and TV stardom
In 1880, when Social Security’s baby name lists start, Milo ranked 339th. It slowly dropped, leaving the top thousand in 1966. Now, it's bouncing back.
Long-lost Roman aqueduct discovered near Bratislava, Slovakia
An inscription on a brick links the aqueduct's construction to Gaius Valerius Constans, a second-century brickmaker from Carnuntum.
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The First Roman Aqueduct Ever Found in Slovakia Sports an Ancient Manufacturer’s Stamp and a Paw Print
During a recent excavation on the grounds of a mansion in Slovakia, researchers discovered something remarkable: a Roman ...
3,100-year-old tomb of military leader found in Egypt. Take a look at its treasures
Archaeologists identified the tomb as belonging to a high-ranking military leader who served under Ramesses III, a pharaoh ...
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6 Stunning Similarities Between Ancient Rome and the United States
Some of the similarities between ancient Rome at its height and the United States are obvious — from the sheer size of both ...
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New Discovery in Egypt Unveils Ancient Egyptian, Greek and Roman Graves and Artifacts
An ancient military tomb and graves from the Egyptian, Greek, and Roman periods have been discovered at Tell Ruwad Iskandar, ...
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Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...
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The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
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Discovery of ritual bath sheds light on Jewish life in ancient Rome
The “mikveh,” used by religious Jews for ritual purification, was discovered during the ongoing excavation of the ancient port city of Ostia. It was the first Roman colony and an important ...
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Ancient Roman Gossip Book Makes The Bestseller List 2,000 Years After Its Original Publication
The Lives of the Caesars, a gossip-filled account of the lives of Roman emperors, has officially become a bestseller 2,000 years after it was originally written thanks to a new translation by Tom ...