My recent trip to Cyprus would not be complete without a touch of art & history. One of the brightest memories from all of the epic historical sites
A team of researchers led by scientists at the Max Planck Institute for the Science of Human History has sequenced the first six European genomes of the plague-causing bacterium Yersinia pestis dating from the Late Neolithic to the Bronze Age (4,800 to 3,700 years ago). - HeritageDaily - Archaeology News
Here's my complete guide to visiting the Knossos Palace archaeological complex in Crete. The palace is a must visit attraction on the north shore of Crete in Greece. This guide covers the history and excavation of the palace and tells you everything to see at the site.Knossos is the symbol of the ancient Minoan civilization. It's the largest archaeological site from the pre-classical Bronze Age and Europe's "oldest city." After the Parthenon, it's the most visited site in Greece.
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Explore the wonders of Campania in Southern Italy with our guide. From the ancient ruins of Pompeii to the stunning Amalfi Coast and vibrant Naples, discover why this region is a must-visit for its rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and culinary delights
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Ancient Delphi was regarded by Greeks as the most sacred site in the world. Here's a tour of the Delphi archaeological site, plus the history and mythology.
A map showing Doggerland, a region of northwest Europe home to Mesolithic people before sea level rose to inundate this area and create the Europe we are familiar with today.
Why and What to See in Mystras Archaeological Site in Greece - Impressive Byzantine Town maps, sights to see, history, timings, tickets
Find out all you need to know before visiting Syracuse's Archaeological Park in Sicily. A guide to getting the most out of your trip here.
You have probably never heard of the ruins of Herculaneum, but I'm sure that you know about Pompeii. The Herculaneum ruins are located in the city of Ercolano, not far from Naples and can easily be visited either on a day trip or on the way to the Amalfi Coast. On 24 August 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius erupted,
Planning a visit to Syracuse Sicily? This is the ultimate guide to visiting the ruins of ancient Siracusa, which include a well-preserved Greek theater and a Roman amphitheater. I tell you everything to see at Syracuse Archaeological Park and give you must know tips for visiting.
You have probably never heard of the ruins of Herculaneum, but I'm sure that you know about Pompeii. The Herculaneum ruins are located in the city of Ercolano, not far from Naples and can easily be visited either on a day trip or on the way to the Amalfi Coast. On 24 August 79 AD, Mount Vesuvius erupted,
Greece is an incredible country to visit and one of Europe's most beautiful areas to visit. With its iconic Greek islands, long history and the yummiest - 19 Best Places In Greece To Visit - Travel, Travel Advice - Europe, Greece - Travel, Food and Home Inspiration Blog with door-to-door Travel Planner! - Travel Advice, Travel Inspiration, Home Inspiration, Food Inspiration, Recipes, Photography
The North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) is the dominant atmospheric pressure mode over the North Atlantic that plays a significant role in determining the winter climate in Europe. Depending on the prevailing state of the NAO, Europe experiences mild or very cold winters and even strong storms. - HeritageDaily - Archaeology News
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Our love for Barcelona and Madrid is no secret, but we’d be lying if we said it’s not worth booking a train (or renting a car) bound for Spain’s smaller towns, where incredible food, old-world architecture, and family-run businesses tied to the land and the sea have defined local life for generations. From Lastres to Cadaques, our 10 favorite villages in Spain have charm to spare.
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A Paphos travel guide - From beautiful Mediterranean beaches to exploring UNESCO sites and feasting on fabulous food, it's time to check out the best things to do in Paphos.
Here is your guide to the Archaeological Site of Mystras, Greece, the important UNESCO World Heritage Monument that once was a remarkable Byzantine town.
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Ħaġar Qim, another one of the Maltese Megalithic Temples we've been highlighting here on the blog, is absolutely stunning to behold. The temple dates from the Ġgantija phase of temple construction, which is the earliest (3600 - 3200 BC). Vere Gordon Chile, who we've drawn upon for both blog and podcast once visited the site of Ħaġar Qim and commented about it being very old, so old it was the oldest place he'd ever been. That's academic excellence for you. The great professor is right though, Ħaġar Qim is very old and very amazing to boot. Like many of the Maltese Megalithic Temples Ħaġar Qim uses a whole bunch of trilithons and roundish rooms in their construction. The complex is one main temple, with three adjacent and adjoining buildings. What's unique about the Ħaġar Qim temple is that while its main temple began construction in the Ġgantija phase some of the menhirs and other stone slabs on the northern end of the complex are considerably older dating from a pre-temple period we're going to highlight sometime on the blog. Be ready... Ħaġar Qim is divided roughly into about six buildings or chambers and a front yard called a forecourt. The forecourt is made up of a bunch of limestone slabs. One slab has a hole in it believed to have served as a fire place. To enter the temple buildings proper you'd pass through a trilithon and then go into a passage that divides each of these buildings and complexes. The northern temple seems the most interesting because of its age, with some construction materials predating the Ġgantija phase. Also there are giant round stones that were found both beneath this room as part of the foundation and next to the chamber. Archeologists figure that these round stones were used to move the giant slabs of limestone into place to build all of the temple. Another feature that I found especially interesting about the Northern temple is that their are three distinct floors built on top of each other. Each of these floors represents a distinct construction period. The bottom two levels show signs of animal sacrifice. The top level does not. This however doesn't indicate that later prehistoric Maltese worshipers stopped making animal sacrifices, only that the animal sacrifice had migrated to other parts of the temple. Ħaġar Qim is like many of the other Maltese temples in a number of ways. Obviously its roundish chamber shape is familiar to blog readers. It also contained a number of idols depicting fat ladies and the pottery found at the site is similar to other sites. Another interesting facet to Ħaġar Qim and other Maltese temples is their use of construction to aid acoustical nuances. The temple is set up to create acoustical anomalies and echos. There is a chamber area that many believe to be an oracle pit, where presumably an oracle would speak or chant from. This would then echo throughout the whole temple creating a spooky effect. The picture to the right shows an "oracle hole", an architectural technique to help the acoustics in these Maltese Temples to achieve their desired effect.
How to get Herculaneum tickets – including the cheapest tickets and perks. Plus essential info for planning a day trip to Herculaneum from Naples.
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