In Ancient Greece and Rome, who were the harpies, and why did they stink so much?
Much like similar derogatory titles “siren” and “fury”, the term “harpy” is derived from a group of monstrous female figures ...
Greek Reporter20h
Five Ancient Greek Mysteries that Remain Unsolved
A multitude of mysteries remain unsolved about the ancient Greek world, providing more questions than answers.
Greek Reporter12h
The Laws of War in Ancient Greece
War was a prominent event in ancient Greece, whether between city states or against foreign powers. However, laws controlled ...
Smithsonian Magazine on MSN10d
Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...
U.S. News Travel2d
Best Places to Visit in Greece
We rank the 14 Best Places to Visit in Greece. See which places our readers like the best, and vote for your favorites.
PBS6d
Ancient Greece: History and Documentaries About Ancient Greek Civilization, Mythology, and Art
The vibrant period of Ancient Greek civilization from 1200 BCE to 323 BCE gave us exceptional achievements that we continue to benefit from today. It was a long stretch of time that spanned from ...
Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were More Than Eye Candy—They Were Also Perfumed
Thousands of years ago, Greco-Roman statues offered viewers a multi-dimensional experience that also called to our olfactory ...
The Associated Press on MSN9d
An ancient bronze griffin head is returned to Greece from New York in a major repatriation move
An ancient bronze griffin head ... “We are grateful for our long-standing partnership with the Greek government and look ...