Magic in the ancient Greek world appears predominantly in its mythology with certain gods and demigods who performed magic.

The Battle of Thermopylae (480 BC) is one of the most famous last stands in history. However, the Spartans did not march to Thermopylae alone ...

Discover Ancient Athens and explore its most important historical sites. Visit the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Ancient ...

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During her hunt for the Egyptian queen’s lost tomb, National Geographic Explorer Kathleen Martínez uncovered the sunken landscape near the ruins of Taposiris Magna.

Here, we explore six notable civilizations that have collapsed, shedding light on some of the causes behind their demise and some interesting parallels relative to today. Ancient civilizations that ...

NEW YORK — Thirty-nine inmates and prison employees were shot and killed by New York state police and corrections officers on September 13, 1971 inside Attica Prison near Buffalo. "We thought they ...

Attica has unique advantages that allow it to take a leading role internationally, not only as a city-break destination but ...