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The Greek Mummy Portraits Discovered in Fayoum, Egypt

In December 2022, archaeologists made a remarkable discovery in Fayoum, Egypt – a monumental funerary building dating back to the Ptolemaic and Roman periods, along with several stunning Greek mummy portraits. This is the first time in over 110 years...

The Ancient Greek Fisherman and His Astonishing Villa Mosaics

Phainos was the most famous fisherman of his time who lived in the 2nd century AD in the ancient Greek city of Halicarnassus. His villa, adorned with astonishing mosaics depicting sea creatures, was accidentally discovered by property developers in 2018. Phainos...

Unexpected Treasure Finds That Changed History

Numerous unexpected treasures have revealed secrets, illuminating the shadows of the past, and solved mysteries. Whether located in ancient caves or on ocean floors, these findings are not only of intrinsic value but also serve as important clues to...

The Stunning Ancient Fresco Portraying a Greek Myth in Pompeii

An ancient fresco portraying an ancient Greek myth discovered in Pompeii in 2018 is one of the highlights of the ruins of the city buried by the 79 A.D. eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The fresco is inside a "domus" or...

10 Must Visit Archaeological Sites in Cyprus

Cyprus carries a long history mirrored through archaeological sites scattered in between its cities and the countryside. From expansive ancient cities and the mysterious Neolithic settlements, to the many Roman ruins and unyielding medieval castles, the island boasts many historical...

Submerged Ancient Greek Building Discovered at Salamis

A submerged ancient building was discovered by archaeologists at the ancient Greek city of Salamis, the Ministry of Culture announced on Thursday. Underwater research on the eastern shores at Ampelaki Bay of Salamis has in recent years uncovered remains of...

How Are the Ancient Greek and Hebrew Alphabets Related?

The Greek alphabet has a long and fascinating history. In fact, its origin goes right back to one of the very earliest writing systems in all of human civilization, Egyptian hieroglyphs. Part of that fascinating heritage involves a surprising...