Greek Reporter2d
Abaris the Hyperborean: The Legendary Ancient Healer Who Could Fly
Abaris the Hyperborean, a mystical priest of Apollo, was famed for his supernatural powers, prophetic gifts and healing ...
Boise State Public Radio3d
Ancient Greek and Roman statues often smelled like roses, a new study says
Ancient Greek and Roman statues didn't originally look like they do now in museums. A new study says they didn't smell the ...
Smithsonian Magazine8d
Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...
ZME Science10d
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.
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 ...
BroadwayWorld15d
New Musical Adaptation of ARTEMIS FOWL in Development
At just 12 years old, Artemis Fowl is a millionaire, criminal genius. Young enough to believe in fairies and smart enough to exploit them for their gold. No scheme is too dastardly, no plot too ...
Stars and Stripes16d
Wonders of Pompeii give Naples’ archaeological museum ultimate ancient showstopper
featuring a sculpture of the ancient goddess Artemis. You also can see the Farnese Bull, a massive sculpture of yellowish white marble depicting the murder of the Greek nymph Dirce by the twin ...
Yahoo Style UK19d
What if the Seven Wonders had survived? Here’s how they would look in 2025
Built in the 6th century BC on the western coast of what is now Turkey, it was dedicated to Artemis, the Greek goddess of hunting and nature. According to Pliny, the temple was 425 feet (129m) in ...
Greek Reporter19d
First Ancient Greek Temple in 1,700 Years Opens in Arcadia
After 1,700 years the first ancient Greek temple opened in Arcadia, Peloponnese over the weekend. Hundreds of people attended the inauguration ceremony of the temple which was built for liturgical ...
i21d
Seven easy Easter holidays in the sun to book now
The Temple of Poseidon ... the ancient Greek city known for its army. There’s a 1st century BC theatre, the Sanctuary of Artemis Orthia and remains of Byzantine churches. A week’s B&B at ...
This is Local London21d
Harrow Hindu temple opposed by Greek Orthodox church
A plan to demolish a scout hut and replace it with a Hindu temple has prompted more than 150 objections and a war of words with a nearby Greek Orthodox Church. Plans submitted to Harrow Council ...