The Eurymedon vase refers to the Battles of the Eurymedon, in which a Greek force…
Ancient Greece
rchaeologists have unearthed a chilling discovery in Corinth, Greece, revealing a 1,600-year-old Roman prison with haunting graffiti inscribed on the prison floor, offering a rare glimpse into the harsh conditions faced by prisoners.
Dionysus, alternatively named Bacchus, Iacchus, Zagreus, Sabazius, or Liber Pater (as well as dozens of…
A Swedish expedition discovered the Cypriot Terracotta Army, consisting of 2000 figurines, in a sanctuary…
Archimedes (c287-212 BC) is one of the most celebrated scientists of the ancient world. He…
In ancient Greece, women were forbidden to study medicine for several years until someone broke…
In the summer of 311 BC, two large armies faced each other at the River…
The name “Italy” stems from the Greek Italos, a legendary king of the Oenotrians and…
A stunning pebble mosaic floor, depicting two frolicking satyrs, has been uncovered during routine water pipeline construction in Eretria. This remarkable find, dating back to the mid-4th century BC, offers a glimpse into the lively past of this ancient Greek city.
A pot overflowing with Persian gold coins, likely a lost mercenary payday from the 5th century BC, has been discovered beneath a house in the ancient Greek city of Notion, Turkey. This remarkable find, consisting of Persian darics – gold coins each worth a month’s soldier’s pay – was unearthed during a meticulously controlled archaeological dig, a rarity that adds to the mystery of the hidden hoard.
Many Greek settlers – both retired soldiers and adventurers from old Greece – settled in…
1. Conqueror of Vast Lands: By age 30, Alexander the Great had created one of…
During the Siege of Sparta in 272 BC, the Spartan prince Acrotatus displayed remarkable valour…
Today’s Greek one Euro coin is adorned with the same motif as the silver tetradrachm…
“The Carthaginians are more exercised in maritime affairs than any other people.” – Polybios of…
A remarkable archaeological find occurred when 13-year-old Yair Whitestone stumbled upon an ancient ring while hiking with his father on Mount Khirbet Shalala, near Haifa, Israel. Experts determined that the ring, which dates back nearly 2000 years, features a depiction of the Greek goddess Athena
Overcrowding threatens the ancient Greek city of Phaselis in Turkey. To protect the archaeological site and comply with UNESCO regulations, a visitor management plan is in the works. This plan may include designated parking areas and improved visitor facilities. The goal is to strike a balance between preserving Phaselis’ history and ensuring a positive experience for visitors.
The statue, which took 12 years to build (c. 294–282 BC), was toppled by an earthquake about 225/226 BC. The fallen Colossus was left in place until 654 AD when Arabian forces raided Rhodes and had the statue broken up and the bronze sold for scrap. Supposedly, the fragments totalled more than 900 camel loads.
Association ΚORYVANTES team proudly presents a series of new reconstructed historical units which aim to…
The Roman goddess of wisdom, justice, law, victory, and the sponsor of arts, trade, and…