Category: Archaeological sites
Famous archaeological sites around the world, with historical artefacts and stories to tell.
Mycenae is an archaeological site near Mykines in Argolis, north-eastern Peloponnese, Greece. It is located about 120 kilometres (75 miles) south-west of Athens. An ancient city nestled in the northeastern Peloponnese peninsula, exudes a timeless aura that captivates all who venture within its sacred walls. Steeped in myth and legend,…
View moreThe Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is a theatre in the Greek city of Epidaurus, located on the southeast end of the sanctuary dedicated to the ancient Greek God of medicine, Asclepius. The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus, located in the picturesque landscape of Peloponnese, Greece, stands as a testament to the…
View moreThe L-shaped Piazza della Signoria, which is located halfway between the Duomo and the River Arno, is the heart of Florence political life, together with the Palace of the same name; the Square is the result of various architectural interventions, as well as the place where thousands of tourists meet…
View moreLocated 40 meters above the Roman Forum, the Palatine Hill is the most central of Rome's seven hills, and is one of the city's oldest parts.
View moreSalisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England, two miles (3 km) west of Amesbury, is home to Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument dating back thousands of years. It is made up of a row of Sarsen stone pillars that stand 13 feet (4 m) tall, seven feet (2 m) wide, and weigh around…
View moreTerracotta Warriors is the unique attraction, located in the Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum site Museum in Xi'an, China.
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