One of the most spectacular examples of Renaissance illuminated manuscripts is going on rare public display as part of the ...

From the Mona Lisa to the American Gothic, these famous paintings don’t just grace museum walls; they offer a glimpse into the past and define entire generations. Although most of these masterpieces ...

Agnes Martin’s story begins in 1912 with her birth in the prairies of Saskatchewan, Canada, which she once said was “like being born in Siberia.” Understandably, much has been made of the influence of ...

The Yunus Emre Institute in Cairo (Turkish Cultural Centre) hosted a symposium and photo exhibition titled “Hagia Sophia: The Jewel of Istanbul,” highlighting the monument’s historical and cultural ...

A new interactive map reveals the Roman road network, linking Ancient Greece with the empire and shaping trade, travel, and ...

From the ancient Greek city of Philadelphia—modern Amman—to the mosaic marvels of Madaba, Jordan's landscape reveals ...

The term 'iconoclast,' originating from Greek for 'image-breaker,' describes individuals who challenge traditions and ...

Control of the Mediterranean has been one of the most important triggering factors of the constant conflicts that marked the history of the countries surrounding those waters, from the Mycenaean ...

The Hagia Kyriaki Byzantine Church on the Greek island of Naxos is one of the Cyclades' oldest religious sites, dating back to the 8th century ...

What does this 13-day cruise deliver? A generous sampling of vibrant colors, exotic flavors, romantic settings, refreshing sea air and warm climes.

Greece is often celebrated for its sun-drenched islands and ancient ruins, but tucked between its olive groves and mountain ...