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Ancient Greek vs. Roman Religion: What’s the Difference?
The religions of the ancient Greeks and the ancient Romans, often simply called “classical religion,” are often viewed as ...
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Ancient Roman Bridge Discovered at Elefsina, Greece
A Roman-era bridge was discovered in the ancient city of Elefsina, west of Athens during works for a suburban railway line.
Roman London’s first basilica found under an office block – here’s what it reveals about the ancient city
Archaeologists from the Museum of London have discovered a well-preserved part of the ancient city of London’s first Roman ...
Experts push to restore Syria’s war-torn heritage sites, including renowned Roman ruins at Palmyra
Experts are returning to Syria’s war-ravaged heritage sites, hoping to lay the groundwork for restoring them and reviving ...
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Who was St. Valentine? The mysterious origins of Valentine’s Day
Ever wondered why we celebrate Valentine's Day? Turns out the day is more than just about chocolates and flowers - here's the ...
Braga’s full of food and history: Swap overcrowded Porto for Portugal's new capital of culture
Historic Braga is fast becoming an arts epicentre, with their efforts rewarded by being crowned the Portuguese Capital of ...
Martyrs? Bacchanalia? Chaucer? Delving into the murky origins of Valentine’s Day
According to one legend, Pope Gelasius wanted to put an end to the debauchery in the late fifth century. He declared Feb. 14 ...
Valentine’s Day: A celebration of love or legacy of ancient rituals?
Valentine’s Day has long been associated with romantic gestures—lovers exchanging flowers, chocolates, and poetry under the ...
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Valentine’s Day has murky origins
Bearing cards, flowers, chocolates and poetry, lovers have always swooned on Valentine’s Day as cherubs circled overhead. Right?