Olympia
Olympia History There is evidence of religious activity at this historic site as far back as the 10th century BC. Olympia, located in Peloponnese, Greece, is famous of course for being the birthplace of the Olympic Games. The very first Olympic festival was held on the site in the 8th century BC by Elis. Historians [...]
Uxmal
Uxmal History Despite the fact that Uxmal is a popular tourist destination for those interested in Mayan ruins, there has been no serious archeological excavation or research at the site. The dates of the city’s occupation are unknown. The estimated population of around 25,000 is a very rough guess that could change if more data [...]
Pompeii
History of Pompeii Pompeii was founded around the 7th-6th centuries BC after having been used a port previously by Greek and Phoenician sailors. The city fell to the ancient Greeks, then the Samnites, before joining the Roman empire and becoming a Roman colony in 80 BC. Pompeii underwent a great deal of development during this [...]
Prambanan
Prambanan History Rakai Pikatan started construction on the largest Hindu Temple of Java, Prambanan, as an answer to Buddhist temples nearby. Prambanan’s construction was most likely meant to signify the return of the Sanjaya dynasty to power in Central Java. A temple was first built around 850CE by Rakai Pikatan to honor lord Shiva. Shiva-grha, [...]