I spent 4 days in Athens, Greece. Here are 10 things I loved and 5 I wouldn't do again.
I went to Athens, Greece, for the first time since I was little. Most of the trip was dreamy, but some experiences and ...
Greek Reporter11h
Explore the Ancient Greek World Through a Revolutionary Digital Map
A digital map of ancient Greece and the known ancient world as traveled by ancient geographers has been created by ...
Psychology Today3d
Greek and Roman Sculptures Were Perfumed
Or so one would think, looking at the current art scene. But a new and fascinating archeological finding shows that this has ...
Greek Reporter8d
How Ancient Athens Was Sacked Four Times
Ancient Athens was sacked four times, starting with the Persian invasion in 480 BC and ending with the Visigoth destruction ...
WKU Public Radio10d
Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says
Researchers have known for many years that there was more to ancient Greek and Roman statues than the plain white marble you ...
Out with Santorini, Mykonos and the Acropolis – in with these new Aegean gems for the ultimate Greece holiday
These Greek spots promise stunning scenery and authentic experiences – without the crowds and the price tag, says Elise ...
Where our travel experts go on holiday
Standout destinations we recommend include an under-the-radar Portuguese district, the spellbinding Slovenian lakes and a ...
Smithsonian Magazine16d
Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
In ancient Greece and Rome ... cultural significance of these sculptures,” writes Bill Giannopoulos for the Greek City Times. In some instances, the scents were also applied in ways that ...
Live Science16d
Ancient Egyptian soldiers and Greek mercenaries were at 'Armageddon' when biblical king was killed, study suggests
Ancient city The ruins of Megiddo are now in a national park about 18 miles (30 kilometers) southeast of Haifa. Megiddo was a strategically important city at a crossroads on trade and military ...
National Geographic news19d
The 31 best Greek islands to visit in 2025
The Greek sea god Poseidon is said to have sat on Mount Fengari here — at 1,664m, the second highest in the Aegean — to watch the Trojan War, while in ancient times, numerous pilgrims would ...
Travel Bucketlist on MSN19d
The Birthplace of Democracy: Touring the Acropolis in Athens, Greece
The Parthenon The Parthenon stands as an enduring symbol of ancient Greece and its democratic ideals. Perched majestically on the Acropolis hill, this temple was dedicated to the goddess Athena, the ...
Artnet20d
Archaeologists Unearth Monumental Tomb Near Fabled Ancient Greek City
The Greek municipality of Tenea boasts a rich ancient history—and the archaeological artifacts to prove it. Finds in the region have long hinted at a once-thriving settlement, with the latest ...