Rare, near-life-sized statues discovered in Pompeii tomb
Two very rare, almost-life-sized statues have been discovered during the excavation of a massive tomb in Pompeii.
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Archaeologists discover almost life-sized statues in Pompeii tomb
Two rare and almost life-seized statues have been discover during the digging of a massive tomb in Pompeii, Italy.According ...
Ancient Greek and Roman sculptures were scented, study finds
Science has previously shown that sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome were frequently painted in warm colours. A recent ...
Study finds many ancient Greek and Roman sculptures were scented
Science has previously shown that sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome were frequently painted in warm colours. A recent ...
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Archaeologists Found a Majestic Ancient Statue of Hermes Buried Under a Fountain
Including its pedestal, the marble statue once stood over 5 ... Researchers believe they belong to statues of Artemis—goddess of hunting, wildlife, and nature (also known as Diana in Roman ...
The revered chota Char Dham temples of Uttarakhand: A complete guide
Uttarakhand, the ‘Land of Gods’, is known for its rich religious heritage. The Indian state is home to some of the most ...
Ancient statues were colorful — and perfumed
The myth that the statues of ancient Greece and Rome were white was created over time and upheld in part to serve racist ideological purposes. But in reality, ancient works of art were colorful, and ...
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Statues in ancient Greece, Rome were colorful — and perfumed
The white marble of "Laocoön and His Sons" would ... many of the statues were preserved with some colors intact, such as a statue of the Greek goddess Artemis. However, according to information ...
Why one should never pray to a cracked or 'Khandit' idol
In Hinduism, idol worship, or Murti puja, is a practice and norm. While some religions and cultures believe that there is no ...
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Oldest Synagogue Outside Israel Found on Sacred Greek Island of God Apollo
The oldest synagogue in antiquity was on the Greek island of Delos - the island of god Apollo in the Cyclades - and attests ...
The pretty Greek island where nobody lives - no drinking water but incredible beaches
Located just two nautical miles south of Koufonissia, the island is today uninhabited and can be visited by boat on a day ...