Culture
Why the Ancient Olympics Still Matter
Nearly three thousand years after the first race at Olympia, the ancient Games still shape how we think about sport, peace and fame. Here is what they were really like.
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- Religion & Myth
Inside the Oracle of Delphi
For more than a thousand years, kings, cities and ordinary Greeks climbed the slopes of Mount Parnassus to ask Apollo’s advice. What happened when they got there?
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The Parthenon: A Temple for a Golden Age
Built in just fifteen years, the Parthenon was a statement of power, piety and genius. Its story since then is almost as dramatic as the temple itself.
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How Democracy Really Worked in Ancient Athens
Athenian democracy was bolder and more direct than anything we have today, and far more exclusive. Here is how citizens actually ran their city.
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Where to Start with Homer
The Iliad and the Odyssey can look intimidating, but they are among the most gripping stories ever told. Here is a friendly guide to reading them for the first time.
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Masks and Festivals: The Birth of Greek Theatre
Tragedy and comedy were born at the festivals of Dionysus in Athens. Discover how the plays were staged, who watched them and why they still move us.
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