The origins of ancient Greek city names like Athens and Olympia reflect mythology, history, and the development of Greek ...

The Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was a monumental structure built on the island of Pharos. Soaring over 350 feet tall, its three tiered design featured a ...

Sobering images of buildings, bridges and monuments damaged or destroyed in wars and conflicts throughout history. While some ...

There’s something electric about walking down a street where every stone beneath your feet has witnessed empires rise and fall. In a handful of places around the globe, the ancient past doesn’t hide ...

Nature has always inspired humanity with its boundless beauty, power, and mystery. Whether travelers are exploring towering ...

Egypt, third millennium b.c. The Great Pyramid of Giza is both the oldest of the Seven Wonders and the only one still standing. Built by the pharaoh Khufu (reigned ca. 2551–2528 b.c.) to serve as his ...

The ancient Greek city of Pergamon was a major center of culture and learning of the Hellenistic world, standing out for its ...