Ancient statues were colorful — and perfumed
The myth that the statues of ancient Greece and Rome were white was created over time and upheld in part to serve racist ...
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When Rome Turned Ancient Greece’s Sparta into a Theme Park
After Rome conquered Ancient Greece, it turned Sparta into a theme park, with performances for tourists showcasing its ...
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Temple of Olympian Zeus
While only 15 of the original 104 columns of the temple are still standing, this landmark is one of the most common associated with Athens and worth a look and a few photos. Visitors to the Temple ...
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The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
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Temple of Hephaestus
One of central Athens' best preserved ruins is the Temple of Hephaestus. Nestled within Ancient Agora, this site was built between 460 and 420 B.C. and once served as a Christian church.
What if the Seven Wonders had survived? Here’s how they would look in 2025
The ancient Greeks and Romans built astonishing monuments like the Lighthouse of Alexandria and the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, and while only the Great Pyramid of Giza remains intact, we’ve ...