“Ukrainian soldiers may have found an elite Greek necropolis from the 6th–5th centuries BC in southern Ukraine, unearthing intact ritual vessels and remains that hint at high-status burials.”
Tag: ancient Greece
Melbourne’s Hellenic Museum unveils a rare 400-200 BCE hoplite panoply, on loan from Louis Dounis, in its Heroes and Hoplites exhibition—likely Australia’s only display of this ancient Greek armor.
Milo of Croton, the legendary ancient Greek wrestler, once won an Olympic gold medal without competing, as no opponent dared face him. With six Olympic titles and 30 victories, his dominance and incredible feats of strength, like carrying a bull on his shoulders, left rivals and spectators in awe—until a tragic encounter with wolves brought his storied career to a gruesome end.
Prominent British anthropologist and TV presenter Professor Alice Roberts has voiced her support for the return of the Parthenon Sculptures to Greece. Speaking while filming her new documentary Ancient Greece by Train, Roberts echoed Greek Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni’s call for repatriation, stating that the sculptures belong back in Athens. She emphasised the need to acknowledge historical injustices linked to colonial-era acquisitions, comparing the situation to how Britain might feel if pieces of Stonehenge were held abroad. The long-standing dispute over the Parthenon sculptures remains unresolved, though recent discussions signal progress.
Archaeological excavations in Assos, an ancient Hellenistic city in Turkey, have uncovered a remarkable 2,200-year-old mosaic and a 1,800-year-old monumental tomb. Led by Professor Nurettin Arslan, the latest findings shed light on the city’s rich history as a cultural and philosophical hub during the Hellenistic period, with notable figures like Aristotle having taught there. The discoveries continue to reveal Assos’ significance in ancient Mediterranean culture.
The Third Sacred War (356-346 BCE) was a key conflict in ancient Greek history, rooted…
Miltiades, an Athenian general of the 5th century BCE, is best known for his key…
He was a king of Epirus during the early Hellenistic period, ruling from 317 to…
She was a significant figure in ancient Greek history, connected to the Molossian dynasty of…
Ancient Athens, located in the region of Attica, emerged as a powerful city-state in Greece…
The devastating floods caused by Storm “Daniel” in Libya have led to an unexpected archaeological…
The tradition of wearing a red and white thread bracelet, known as “Martis” or “Martaki” in Greece, marks the arrival of March throughout the Balkans. Rooted in ancient Greece and potentially linked to the Eleusinian Mysteries, this custom symbolizes protection, particularly for children, from the strong spring sun and illness. Worn throughout March, the bracelet is then traditionally placed on rose bushes or tree branches for swallows to use in their nests. This practice is connected to folklore beliefs about swallows carrying disease and the protective power of the red and white threads. Similar traditions exist in other Balkan countries like Bulgaria, Romania, North Macedonia, Albania, and Moldova, each with their own variations and interpretations.
Hittites were one of the great powers of the Bronze Age, famed for their numerous…
She was a Thessalian noblewoman from the city of Pherae, known primarily for her connection…
Animated documentary on the early Achaean settlements and the first royal dynasties of the Mycenaean…
Laches of Argos was an ancient Greek philosopher, politician, and military leader, whose life exemplified…
He was a prominent figure in ancient Macedonian history, ruling as the King of Macedonia…
Archaeologists have uncovered the “Mosaic House,” a Greco-Roman residential complex in ancient Pergamon, blending Greek and Roman influences. The site features intricate mosaics and offers new insights into the city’s rich cultural heritage.
He was a ruler of the ancient Kingdom of Macedon, ascending to the throne around…
In the ancient Greek city of Gela, Sicily, a significant archaeological discovery has emerged: a well-preserved osteotheca from the 6th century B.C. containing the remains of a child. This find sheds light on historical funerary practices and underscores Gela’s importance in the ancient Mediterranean trade network.