Ancient Greek homes were built around a courtyard or garden. The walls were often made from wood and mud bricks . They had small windows with no glass, but wooden shutters to keep out the hot sun.

Twenty-five hundred years ago the Spartans were the indisputable military power in Greece. No city had warriors as fierce and ...

Lifestyles of the Rich and Ancient: Some in Pompeii Even Had a Home Spa. ... As such, he would have used his home spa to impress his guests, especially those who came from less affluent classes.

Mycenae, a treasure trove of ancient Greek history, offers visitors a glimpse into the powerful civilization that once ruled this land. From awe-inspiring archaeological sites to breathtaking ...

Ancient Greece laid the foundations of Western art. Traveling from its sun-splashed isles to the rugged mainland to bustling Athens, we trace the rise of Greek culture.

The art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome has long been referenced, from the temple-like façades on banks, churches and houses that sprung up in the late 18th and early 19th centuries ...

The Greek municipality of Tenea boasts a rich ancient history—and the archaeological artifacts to prove it. Finds in the region have long hinted at a once-thriving settlement, with the latest ...