A recent study by archaeologist Cecilie Brøns reveals that ancient Greek and Roman statues were not only colorful and decorated but also perfumed, challenging the traditional view of classical sculpture as a purely visual art form. This discovery highlights the multi-sensory experience intended for ancient viewers, involving not just sight but also smell, through the use of aromatic substances in rituals and adornments.
Tag: Delos
Delos, an ancient Greek sanctuary in the Aegean Sea, faces imminent disappearance due to rising sea levels. Despite its UNESCO status, erosion threatens its historic structures, with experts warning of its potential loss within 50 years.
The Cycladic island, next to Mykonos, has a special past that remains unknown to most.…
Delos is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of the Greek gods Artemis…
The UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Greece and the year they were listed are: Acropolis,…
Celebrity favourite Mykonos island has made mint being the playground for the rich and famous…
Delos is located in the heart of the Cyclades, between Mykonos, Tinos and Syros and…
In almost every Greek city you will find ancient monuments, sculptures or building remains that are evidence of the grand historical past of the country. Many of these monuments are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, not just because of their majestic architecture or their antiquity, but also because of their contribution to modern civilization, society, art and sciences.
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The UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Greece and the year they were listed are: Acropolis,…
World number 3 and four-time Grand Slam tennis champion Naomi Osaka has continued to give us some more great travel inspiration this week as she extends her vacation in Greece.
Mykonos is an island that can be polarising; you either love it or hate. It was not until he shot a documentary on Mykonos and Delos in 2016 that it truly dawned upon author and TV Presenter Billy Cotsis exactly what the island offers.
Amazon founder and world’s richest man Jeff Bezos picked Greece for his earthly paradise for…
In almost every Greek city you will find ancient monuments, sculptures or building remains that are evidence of the grand historical past of the country. Many of these monuments are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, not just because of their majestic architecture or their antiquity, but also because of their contribution to modern civilization, society, art and sciences.
UK newspaper The Telegraph recently highlighted 15 “perfect” Greek islands readers should put on their…
Greece’s Finance Ministry announced on its website that the European Union will provide funding for…
Greece’s Ministry of Culture announced this week that it was planning to transform the historical…
Fragments of floor mosaics removed from archaeological sites in the 1960s from the sacred island…
“Hera” a one-act opera with music by Theo Abazis and a libretto by Elsa Andrianou…