The Ancient World

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It’s the cradle of Western civilization, but the advancements made in ancient Greece often overshadow its terrifying dark side.

HISTORY

Historians have finally deciphered ancient scrolls that reveal Plato’s secret burial place—and his bizarre last words.

PLACES

Few people know just how advanced and impressive ancient Indian society really was.

PLACES

In 2013, scholars suggested that Stonehenge's true purpose lay in the stone's unique acoustic properties.

PLACES

During the occupation of Greece, Grand Rabbi Elias Barzilai was ordered to submit a list of names and addresses of Jews living in Athens. But in a great act of defiance—he did the unthinkable.

PLACES

When the remains of Knossos were discovered, it was noticed that the site had a familiar layout—which led archaeologists to an even more intriguing discovery.



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