The names of foreign places can be filled with an inexplicable magic, as all travellers know, even in an age when this magic ...

The ancient faith dating back to 1700 B.C. is in danger of becoming extinct if its dwindling followers don't find a way to ...

For centuries, the monumental complex of Qaṣr-e Šīrīn, located in the province of Kermanshah, Iran, has been the subject of ...

The intricate carvings of ancient Indian temples feature zodiac symbols with cosmic precision, showcasing the ancient understanding of astrology. These symbols were used for spiritual and ...

The origins of the Library of Alexandria are still debated by historians, but it was likely established around 295 B.C.E. during the reign of Ptolemy I — and it was the center of knowledge in the ...

Among the most notable finds are the remains of a sanctuary adorned with carved terracotta and a Zoroastrian fire temple. Beyond its historical cities, the Zhambyl Region boasts diverse attractions ...

They are located within a 10-km radius around 50km south-west of Purulia town. Lord Ganesha in seated posture and (right) a statue of a severely damaged four-handed deity inside Buddheshwar Temple ...

State Endowments Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy said that the government will soon rebuild and restore several ancient temples across the State. Along with Municipal Administration and Urban ...

As a volcanic eruption darkened the sun roughly 4,900 years ago, a Stone Age culture sacrificed hundreds of decorated stone plaques to try to coax it back. A trove of engraved stones unearthed ...

Mexico's Chichen Itza isn't only a marvel of Mayan architecture - it's also an ancient observatory ... the sun's rays penetrate the temple, illuminating the inner sanctuary's statues—except ...

The temple complex of Pakbirra lies around 10km north of Budhpur under the jurisdiction of Puncha police station inside Manbazar subdivision of Purulia district. It is about 40km south of Purulia town ...