The pharmacy of Asclepius, the ancient Greek god of medicine, was located next to a mountain where medicinal herbs used to ...

Under a strong spring sun, hundreds of men processed past ancient Roman ruins carrying statues of the crucified Christ and ...

One of the oldest known baby rattles was found in an infant burial in northern Mesopotamia, dating to the Ubaid period between 5300 and 5000 B.C., according to the study. The rattles became widespread ...

The shrine, known as a lararium, is surrounded by well-preserved paintings and murals depicting animals, deities, and more.

The shift from ancient to modern metropolises often leaves historians and curious minds asking: which are the oldest ...

India’s history stretches back millennia, with cities, temples, and archaeological sites that have stood the test of time.

For those seeking a quieter, more affordable alternative to Chichén Itzá, these temples across the Yucatán Peninsula offer a ...

The context in which the “symbolically-charged” tooth was found “is as interesting as the tooth itself,” researchers said.

While tourists flock to magnetic destinations like Nice and Cannes, these often overlooked small towns offer art, history, ...

A TURKISH flight attendant has seen many UK holidaymakers miss great spots and assume things about Turkey – including that it ...

The Mediterranean island of Cyprus offers much more than a good beach holiday, with vineyards, mountain hiking trails and ...

It’s the kind of experience you’d expect with a luxury operator. Yet, I’m on a tour with a company known for trips for ...