Salt Flats of Western Sicily
Thanks to a lot of sun, wind, and even the Phoenicians, salt flats are numerous along western Sicily. Tour them in Trapani and Marsala.
Magna Graecia in Sicily!
Greek temples and theaters may not be what you would instinctively associate with Sicily, Italy. But, that was the reality in Magna Graecia!
Akhenaten's Amarna, Egypt!
Tell el-Amarna, aka Akhetaten, the 'Horizon of the Sun' was a city built for the sun disc Aten and named after the rogue pharaoh Akhenaten
26.2 miles from Greece to Louisville! 🏃♀️
Greek messengers of the past yielded the worldwide marathoners of today. A victory, a legend, an Olympic Game, now inspires 1 million/year.
European Masterpieces confront the War!
Countless European masterworks share the deep, dark history of being looted, transferred, hidden in salt mines, or nearly lost forever.
The Ancient Greek 'Geek Squad'
Technology is a term we associate with OUR modern world. But don't be fooled! The Ancient Greeks of the BC era were the ultimate Geek Squad!
Racing from the Hippodrome to Derby! 🏇
What does Louisville, Kentucky have in common with the Romans? Horse culture, of course! Both staged spectacles so different, yet similar.
Tiptoe thru the Tulips from Istanbul to Holland
Four crescent-petals and a stem associated with so much symbolism and beauty. Read how these gorgeous palettes of color touched history.
Purple Reign
Emperors and Royals "reigned" PURPLE across their empires showering the citizens with a vibrant display of their obscene wealth and power.
The Hagia Sophia, a cultural landmark!
The Hagia Sophia is a UNESCO cultural landmark. Its rich and storied history makes it a monument that is treasured and coveted by all.
Ancient Roman Realities Revealed!
The splendor and glory of Ancient Rome is impressive. But let's go behind the façade of marble and explore the GRITTIER REALITIES of Rome.