Ancient Athens celebrated the Spring Equinox as one of the most important feasts, a celebration of resurrection following ...

In the midst of the harshness of winter, many can’t help but remember the original myth of Persephone and Hades. However, many romantic retellings villainize or dismiss Demeter’s grief as a mother.

But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...

Susie Dent has created a new word - 'Eufloria' - which sums up how you feel after receiving a bouquet of flowers.

These fragrances were “not merely decorative but symbolic, enhancing the religious and cultural significance of these sculptures,” writes Bill Giannopoulos for the Greek City Times.

Whichever month you were born, there are birth flowers that have symbolism for you. Find out what your special blossoms are and what they may say about you.

The selection of photographs posted by Aristides also shows Nikolaos and Chrysí enjoying their first dance under a canopy of softly lit flowers, while guests watch ... everlasting love and, in ancient ...