The city of Iskenderun, also known as Alexandretta, in todays Turkey, was originally founded by Alexander the Great.

A stunning city is one of the world's oldest but it is constantly overshadowed by its more famous neighbour. Luxor is on the ...

Aarey Milk Colony has again gained attention as a possible historic site following another significant discovery. Local ...

Scent was an important consideration in the mummification process that used oils, waxes and balms to preserve the body and ...

Archaeologists in South Korea have discoveredthe location of the Royal Residence of the Silla Dynasty’s crown prince.

A new, first-of-its-kind analysis of the scents of nine mummies detected woody, spicy, herbal and rancid notes, among other ...

A perfectly preserved ancient tree fossil offered scientists an unprecedented view into a moment 42,000 years ago when the Earth’s magnetic field went haywire. The compelling 2021 study tells the ...

Magic was a part of everyday life for the ancient Egyptians. They believed that dark powers were everywhere and that they ...

Geographic Expeditions just launched a 10-day cruise through Egypt that includes a private rooftop for the eclipse viewing ...

The fragrance bridges ancient Egyptian ingredients with contemporary fragrance notes, paying homage to the birthplace of Founder Gaby Aghion.