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Archaeologists have uncovered an ancient cult site on the Greek island of Ithaca dedicated to Odysseus, the legendary hero of Homer’s epic, offering fresh evidence of the deep entanglement between myth and religious practice in ancient Greece, the Culture Ministry announced. Excavations at a site known as the “School of Homer,” perched on a hillside […]

Florian Knauss, director of the Glyptothek in Munich—a museum often described as an “ark” of classical and Roman antiquity—speaks about the ever-living, constantly evolving story of ancient artifacts, as well as the modern role of museums.

Covering an area of around 15 square meters, the mosaic stands out for two inscriptions in ancient Greek.

Dating to the late 7th century BCE, the burial stands out for its rich grave goods and the elaborate adornment of the deceased, the Ministry of Culture reports.

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Workers near the Ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus theater in Athens have unearthed two headless marble statues.