The Colosseum in Rome is an enduring symbol of the grandeur and complexity of ancient Roman society. Completed in AD 80, this massive amphitheater could hold up to 80,000 spectators, hosting ...

certainly before it became this symbol of evil." "In the Chinese book of silk: you see comets and some of them are spinning in such a way that you actually get the swastika in the sky." "Ancient ...

In Reclaiming the Swastika, Mukti Jain Campion reports on calls to reclaim the symbol from its Nazi links and restore its origin as an ancient symbol signalling good luck. The word swastika comes ...

X-rays of the mummy of an ancient Egyptian noblewoman reveal an assortment of health issues: from curvature of the spine, known as scoliosis, to other deformities that could be the result of polio.

The playwright Euripides introduces us to the various forms of Ancient Greek architecture, theatre and culture. Art. Theatre. Architecture. We Ancient Greeks are very, very creative. Take me for ...

In ancient days, the chariot was a symbol of power — power as a nation or prestige as an individual. Only noblemen and armies ...

Though abandoned, it remains an iconic symbol of history, adventure, and human resilience. Exploring this ancient route today offers an enriching journey into China’s past, highlighting the deep ...

In both ancient and modern contexts ... These observations underscore the dual nature of visibility. It serves as a symbol of wealth and status while also functioning as a tactical asset in ...