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Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Not Only Beautiful, but Also Smelled Nice, Too
In ancient Greece and Rome, statues not only looked beautiful—they smelled good, too. That’s the conclusion of a new study published this month in the Oxford Journal of Archaeology. Cecilie Brøns, who ...
Greek Reporter3d
Top 20 Must-See Archaeological Sites on Cyclades in Greece
The Cyclades are a treasure trove of archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into the rich history of the Aegean.
ZME Science5d
The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
Greek City Times16d
International Women’s Day Tribute: The Stories of 10 Ancient Greek Goddesses
Consider Athena, renowned for her intelligence, or Artemis, admired for her strength and independence ... Aphrodite, the radiant goddess of love and beauty, inspires us to embrace our inner and outer ...
Popular Mechanics16d
Archaeologists Found a Majestic Ancient Statue of Hermes Buried Under a Fountain
Torso pieces were also found in the same region. Researchers believe they belong to statues of Artemis—goddess of hunting, wildlife, and nature (also known as Diana in Roman mythology)—and ...
HELLO! Magazine18d
Taylor Swift's awe-inspiring goddess necklace is making us want one, too
inspired. In one shot from the clip, Taylor rocks WISKII Active’s Beyond Denim dress and a goddess necklace from one of her favorite brands, Awe Inspired. The gorgeous Rhiannon Necklace is a ...
Daily Express19d
Archaeologists unearth 1,700-year-old statue of Greek god's messenger
During excavations, two marble heads, believed to belong to Aphrodite (goddess of beauty and love) and Eros (god of love), were also discovered, alongside fragments linked to Artemis (goddess of ...