Long before the advent of feminism and women’s rights, the women of classical antiquity did not have such an easy lot in life. The term “Classical Greece” and the concept of popular culture may invoke famous names such as Hippocrates … Continue reading Ancient History: Investigating the Women of Athens and Sparta
Malta, an underrated Mediterranean island, bursts with historical heritage and ancient art. More than 7000 years of history define the colorful blend of civilizations that meant such a powerful influence. Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Arabs and Sicilians built the traces where … Continue reading Ancient History of Malta: A Colorful Blend of Civilizations and Cultural Influence
Khajuraho group of Monuments is a set of Hindu and Jain temples located in Madhya Pradesh, India. Notably, they are one among the many UNESCO accredited World Heritage Sites. They were recognized for their fine artistry in architecture and a … Continue reading Khajuraho Temples: Beyond just Erotic Sculptures
Introduction When looking upon an ancient remnant of humanity, it’s almost impossible to imagine yourself in the shoes of those who once walked this same Earth and undertook the seemingly Sisyphean task of creating something as grand as the Pyramids … Continue reading Göbekli Tepe Redefines the Paths to Civilization in the Origin of Society and Religion
India is a land with a rich heritage and even a richer history of counquerors of the world. The country has witnessed some of the most glorious and popular dynasties and kingdoms that ruled the Indian subcontinent for years. The … Continue reading Delhi Sultanate: The Reigning Dynasty of Historical India
Through their dedication and self-sacrifice, noblemen led the way of the samurai while mastering their weapons and mines and preserving their art form. The samurai were around for almost a millennium in Feudal Japan, following orders and showing the utmost … Continue reading The History of Samurai in Feudal Japan
What is The Epic of Gilgamesh? The Epic of Gilgamesh is an ancient Mesopotamian poem, written in the Akkadian language in the Mesopotamian city-state of Uruk. It is widely regarded to be the oldest piece of epic world literature on … Continue reading The Epic of Gilgamesh: An Ancient Mesopotamean Text and the World’s Oldest Epic Literature
Mohenjo-Daro today is a site of cultural and archaeological significance because it contains the remains of an urban city from one of the largest ancient civilizations we have known – the Indus Valley Civilization. The name is reputed to mean … Continue reading Ancient History: A Walk Through the Indus Valley’s Mohenjo-Daro
credit: https://britanicca.com Jamaica is an island country in the Caribbean Sea. Spreading 10,990 square miles (4,240 sq mi) in area, it is the third largest island in the Greater Antilles and the Caribbean (after Cuba and Hispaniola). Jamaica lies about … Continue reading Your Travel Guide to Jamaica; Ancient History, Sociopolitical, and Economic Life