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Ancient Greek Statue of Woman Using “Laptop” Sparks Conspiracy Theories

A recurring conspiracy theory which has gone viral claims that an ancient Greek statue supposedly depicting a woman "using a laptop" is "proof" of time travel. The statue once marked a grave and was created around 100 BC. Many inventions...

New Find May Confirm That Amazons, Ancient Female Warriors, Existed

Excavations of bronze age burial sites have uncovered battle-scarred female archers, leading some archaeologists to posit that Amazons, the famed female warriors of Greek legend who are largely believed to be mythical, may have really existed. In Greek mythology, the...

The Top Archaeological Sites You Absolutely Must See in Greece

With Greece's rich and expansive history, it comes as no surprise that the country is adorned with countless archaeological wonders awaiting exploration. Yet, amidst this wealth of historical sites, here are the top must-visit Greek archaeological marvels that should...

Did the Dorian Invasion of Greece Actually Happen?

The Dorian Invasion is a historical and archaeological hypothesis that suggests a migration or invasion of the ancient Greek mainland by a group of people called the Dorians during the Late Bronze Age or Early Iron Age. According to this...

Did the Minoan Civilization Really End Due to Giant Tsunamis?

For hundreds of years historians and archaeologists have been trying to find answers as to how the great Minoan civilization of Crete came to an end, but no definitive answer has ever been found. A Bronze Age culture centered on...

The Geometric Period in Ancient Greece and Its Impact on Western Civilization

The Greek Geometric Period is a lesser known era in history. However, it ushered ancient Greece from the Dark Age to the Classical Period. It was a period when Greek society was transformed and the proto-urban society re-appeared. This was...

Was Golden Ratio the Ancient Greek Secret to Harmony?

Over the years, millions of people have explored ancient Greece's golden ratio, a magical number that has fascinated the minds of experts and amateurs alike for centuries. At approximately 1.618, the golden ratio is not just an abstract figure of...

What Was Ancient Greece Like During the Roman Empire?

For centuries, Greece dominated the Mediterranean in both cultural and political terms. However, it was eventually surpassed by Rome. Nonetheless, Greece did not disappear into obscurity in the Roman Empire. It continued to be a major player on the...

Louvre Creates Greek-Inspired Exhibition for Paris Olympics

In anticipation of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Louvre Museum has curated a new exhibition titled "Olympism: Modern Invention, Ancient Legacy", which dives into the rich history of the Olympic Games, including the influence of ancient Greece on them. The...

These Ancient Greek Games Shaped Our Modern World

Not many events in history show what the culture of ancient Greece was like as well as the four main ancient Greek games called ''the Panhellenic Games'' do. These games were much more than just sports competitions. They were a...