If historical marvels are more your vibe, don’t miss Sigiriya. This ancient rock fortress, built atop a giant granite rock, ...

Dr Upul Wijayawardhana How would the Buddha have looked like in real life?” This question was posed by Prof. Asanga Thilakaratna, the Chief Editor of the Encyclopaedia of Buddhism, during one of the ...

Greek lawmakers have elected a former parliament speaker and leading advocate for the return of the disputed Parthenon sculptures from the British Museum as the country’s new president ...

The Little Ice Age was a period of global cooling that began during around 1300 CE and lasted until about 1850. Average ...

Sparta was one of the most powerful city-states in antiquity. The ancient capital of the Laconia district of the southeastern Peloponnese in Greece, Sparta was a warrior society where males aged seven ...

Emperor Valens, eager to secure a swift victory in the Battle of Adrianople, underestimated the strength and tactics of the ...

Art from ancient Thrace is often flashy and brusque, as befits a warrior tribe. The archaic society was known for the prowess ...

Discover the legendary city of Troy and the vibrant town of Çanakkale, where ancient mythology meets modern history ...

The ancient scroll, which looks like a lump of charcoal, was charred by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD. It's ...

Charming Charleston, South Carolina Charleston is a haven for history enthusiasts and those who adore Southern hospitality.

That Kochi should be so full of Christian symbols despite being a largely Hindu city is one of the miracles of Kerala, the Indian state with the highest literacy rate (again, excluding the Northeast).

Sri Lanka is set to reach three million tourists by 2025, as the island bounces back from its economic crisis, aiming to boost revenue and showcase its vibrant ...