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Archaeologists Uncover an Ancient Greek Bronze Statue Scrapyard Loaded with Body Parts

Archaeologists in Turkey have unearthed around 2,000 pieces of bronze statues in an ancient scrapyard in Metropolis, now known as Izmir. This discovery highlights the early recycling practices of the Late Antiquity period, revealing a treasure trove of disassembled bronze parts likely intended for reuse.

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Map of Ancient Greece and Cyprus on Google Maps

We've discovered a fascinating map on social media that showcases the Greek world through archaeological findings. This map, spanning from the Iberian Peninsula to India, provides insights into 1,200 locations and highlights the extensive cultural influence of Greece globally. Greek inscriptions found in unexpected places around the world underscore this historical presence, further enriched by migrations from historical events.

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Restoration Efforts at the Acropolis of Ancient Pelinna: Preserving a Key Historical Monument

The Ministry of Culture, through the Ephorate of Antiquities of Trikala, is undertaking critical restoration and maintenance of the western arm and northwestern tower of the acropolis at Ancient Pelinna. This project aims to preserve the ancient site, enhance its visibility, and ensure its accessibility to the public, revealing valuable insights into its role during the Classical and Hellenistic periods.

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Alexander the Great Mosaic: Unveiling its Ancient Secrets

The Alexander the Great mosaic, discovered in Pompeii and now housed at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, comprises approximately 2 million tesserae sourced from across ancient Europe and North Africa. A recent study reveals the mosaic's colorful complexity and historical significance, offering insights into its artistic and material origins.

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Re-evaluation of Ancient Artisans: Fingerprint Analysis on Heracleion Figurines Uncovers Contributions by Women and Children

Recent archaeological research has revealed that terracotta figurines from the ancient city of Thonis-Heracleion were crafted not only by men but also by women and children. The study, led by Leonie Hoff and published in the Oxford Journal of Archaeology, utilized fingerprint analysis to uncover a diverse range of artisans, challenging previous assumptions about labor divisions in ancient Egypt. This innovative approach highlights the collaborative and culturally integrated nature of the workshops in Heracleion, providing new insights into the social and economic dynamics of the time.

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Byzantine-Era Monastery with Unique Greek Mosaic Discovered in Southern Israel

A 1,500-year-old Byzantine-era monastery has been discovered in southern Israel, featuring a remarkable mosaic with an ancient Greek inscription from the Book of Deuteronomy. Uncovered near Kiryat Gat, the site reveals the region's rich historical significance and includes vibrant images and structures dating back to the Roman and Byzantine periods.

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British woman with her Greek partner at the British Museum, apologizes and the internet reacts

The video may be just a classic silly video from the thousands that are uploaded to TikTok, but it nevertheless shows that even in England there is a latent sense that they have stolen ancient artifacts from other countries, and that this is not ethically right. It also shows that in Greece, 222 years after the sculptures were removed from the Parthenon and placed in the British Museum, even the younger generations of Greeks have not forgotten and are asking for their return.