ancient Sparta
Culture
Ancient Theater of Sparta to be Restored
An important but neglected ancient theater is being restored and given to the public thanks to a partnership between private and governmental services..
With the help of the association DIAZOMA and a sponsorship by Niarchos Foundation, the study for the...
Archaeology
The Ancient Theatre of Sparta in Way of Restoration
It stands for its size, quality and the luxury of its construction. The ancient theatre of Sparta, built around 30-20 B.C., is located north of the contemporary city of Sparta, and remains a distinguished monument to this day, despite...
Greece
Portuguese Joao Oliveira Wins 31st Spartathlon Ultra-Marathon Race
Portuguese ultra-marathon runner Joao Oliveira won the 31st Spartathlon race, one of the most difficult long distance routes internationally, crossing the finish line at the southern Greece city of Sparta on early Saturday.
Oliveira reached the statue of ancient Spartan...
Hollywood
Gerard Butler: ‘This is Sparta!’ Reenactment
Fans who turned out to get a glimpse of Gerard Butler before his appearance on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" in Los Angeles were treated to a reenactment from the film "300."
Butler's infamous portrayal of King Leonidas made him a celebrity...