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Archaeologists Uncover Two Nearly Life-Size Statues Carved Into the Wall of a Tomb in Ancient Pompeii
The figures appear to represent a married couple. Experts think the woman, who is holding laurel leaves, may have been a ...
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A Life-Sized Statue of a Bejeweled Ancient Priestess Is Unearthed in Pompeii
Two life-sized statues have been unearthed in Pompeii, including a bejewelled priestess of the ancient goddess Ceres.
Rare, near-life-sized statues discovered in Pompeii tomb
Two very rare, almost-life-sized statues have been discovered during the excavation of a massive tomb in Pompeii.
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Rick Steves' Essential Tip For Making The Most Of Your Trip To Ancient Ruins In Europe
There are many ancient ruins available to see in Europe, but when traveling to visit them, travel expert Rick Steves ...
Sightseeing skills for experiencing Europe's ancient world
Climbing the Acropolis, communing with the druids at Stonehenge, or marvelling at the sprawling remains of Pompeii — ...
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Ancient Jewish ritual bath, oldest of its kind in Europe, uncovered by archaeologists
The latest discovery is the only ancient Roman-era mikveh found in Europe. The only other ancient mikveh in Europe is located in Palazzo Bianca in Syracuse, Sicily, which was "probably built near ...
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Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
New research suggests that sculptures were perfumed with sweet-smelling fragrances such as rose and beeswax Sarah Kuta Daily Correspondent In ancient Greece and Rome, statues not only looked ...
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Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says
Researchers have known for many years that there was more to ancient Greek and Roman statues than the plain white marble you typically see in museums. A few years ago, museum visitors in New York City ...
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Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says
Researchers have known for many years that there was more to ancient Greek and Roman statues than the plain white marble you typically see in museums. A few years ago, museum visitors in New York ...