It took Andrew Carol 30 days to build a working model of the Antikythera Mechanism—the ancient Greek world's most sophisticated astrological instrument. The original device, dating to the second ...

The boar's tusk helmet, unearthed from a tomb near Pylos, Greece, offers a fascinating glimpse into warrior culture dating back to 1500 BC.

The opening ceremony of a special exhibition on Minoan civilization in Greece was held on Monday at the Palace Museum in Beijing.

Previously, the use of ivory was thought to date back about 120,000 years. But a new study, published in the International ...

The Eye of Horus is frequently found in ancient Egyptian burials, particularly on wedjat amulets.

Bright white buildings, sunlit hills, delicious cuisine, and ancient ruins scattered throughout the city all make Athens one of the most incredible cities in Europe. The capital of Greece is a ...

The Antikythera Mechanism, a 2,000-year-old Greek astronomical calculator, was found in a Roman-era shipwreck near ...

The island is also famous for its handmade pottery, woven carpets, and silver jewelry. Visitors can explore the bustling souks (markets) in Houmt Souk to buy local crafts, spices, and textiles.

there's a lot to love about Greece. There's something magical about the contrast between the deep-blue waters of the Aegean Sea and the ancient ruins and white buildings found on the Greek islands.

"Hrvoje lifted the stone and started shouting that he had found a helmet too! It's an understatement to say it's a phenomenal feeling." Archaeologists in Croatia just unearthed an ancient Greek ...

Benjamin holds a Master's degree in anthropology from University College London and has worked in the fields of neuroscience research and mental health treatment.

Most modern structures are built to last 50 years or so, but ingenious ancient engineering has kept this watery city afloat for more than 1,600 years – using only wood. As any local knows ...