Described as possessing “astonishing beauty”, two heads of ancient statues of Aphrodite, the goddess of love, and Dionysus, the god of wine, have been uncovered in an archaeological dig in the ancient Greek city of Aizanoi.
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Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo kicked off the 2024-25 season with a media day Q&A session, offering insights into his offseason preparations, expectations for the upcoming year, reflecting on his recent wedding, and sharing his thoughts on his recent Olympic experience with Greece.
The Greek island of Milos has gained international recognition, highlighted by India’s Outlook Traveler and Australia’s Signature Luxury Travel as one of the top Greek islands. Praised for its unique rock formations, sandy beaches, and volcanic landscape, Milos is drawing attention from travellers worldwide.
We think of Valentine’s Day as a Christian holiday, but the truth is that the…
In ancient Greece, stories about gods and goddesses were important to everyday life. They explained…
Chevron has successfully obtained an extension until Friday to submit a crucial letter detailing its…
Italian construction workers in the capital Rome have made an remarkable discovery of a female…
Louis Vuitton, the world-renowned international fashion house, has chosen the stunning backdrop of Greece to unveil its latest High Jewellery collection, “Deep Time”, saying that the country embodies the essence of the collection’s inspiration.
Today on International Women’s Day, GCT has compiled a list of the Top 10 Ancient…
We think of Valentine’s Day as a Christian holiday, but the truth is that the…
During excavations, part of an archaeological expedition on the Taman Peninsula in the Krasnodar Krai…
Hephaestus was a major deity for the ancient Greeks as he was primarily the god…
With ethereal landscapes that take you to otherworldly places, Milos is not only one of the leading Greek and travel destinations, but also a natural geological museum. Starting from the northern end of the island let’s take a tour of some of the trademark beaches of the geologically wealthy island of Milos.
The Greek Gods represent humanity at its best and worst. From the violent and destructive…
Today on International Women’s Day, GCT has complied a list of the Top 10 Ancient…
Zendaya dazzles as the face – and the feet – of Valentino’s Rendez-Vous Spring 2022 collection, which appears to be heavily inspired by the footwear of the ancient Greeks and Romans.
Happy Valentine’s Day lovers! We all know that Greeks don’t need it to be Valentine’s Day to be a great lover, as we are great lovers every day. But did you know that the origins for the holiday and many of its symbols are have roots squarely planted in Ancient Greece?
Made from the world’s finest pure silk materials, with finely rolled hand finished edges and immaculate attention to every single detail, Fetolia’s luxury limited edition scarves are exclusive designs inspired by history, nature and ethnic influences, including some beautiful Greek-themed designs such as the aptly named ‘The Olympian Gods’, ‘Evzonas’ and ‘The Abduction of Europa.’
The Parthenon frieze which captured the passion and glory of the Panathenaic procession in Ancient Athens is now divided essentially between Athens and London courtesy of the notorious exploits of Lord Elgin. There are, however, several fragments in other museums and one of those pieces, from the East Frieze, is finally coming home.
An ancient Roman marble statue dubbed the Hamilton Aphrodite will come to auction next month.…