Today these Greek colonies are often forgotten, but their legacy can still be felt in the region’s cultural landscape
ancient greece
Offering new insights into pleasure across the ancient Aegean, where it wasn't a guilty pleasure but a cultural cornerstone
Greek mythology at its best...
The 2,700-year-old temple still houses valuables
The sanctuary seamlessly integrates with the natural landscape, reflecting the Greeks' belief in the inherent sacredness of the site
The mysterious brown film was first examined by the British Museum in 1830
Why were the Greek Dragon Houses built?
The Greeks wholeheartedly embraced Egyptian customs, creating a dynamic and flexible worldview
It's a glimpse of future tech
Such bronze mirrors, usually decorated with engravings of idealized female figures or goddesses, are usually associated with Greek women of high status