A team of archaeologists has uncovered the ruins of an ancient pagan temple from the Roman period in Italy. The temple was found during excavations in the ancient hilltop town of Spello, which is ...

Yule, or Jól in Norse, was an ancient festival celebrating the winter solstice and marking the return of the longer days ...

Pagans have long had a bad rap. Ethan Doyle White’s “Pagans: The Visual Culture of Pagan Myths, Legends + Rituals” corrects misconceptions and explains their intricate belief systems and rich ...

Valentine's Day is almost here, but it wasn't always the heart-filled, card-giving, chocolate-gifting holiday we know today. Here's everything you should know about the history of the beloved holiday ...

A 1,000-year-old cemetery discovered near Kyiv, Ukraine, is presumed to have a pagan history. Researchers found some skeletons with buckets on their feet and elaborate rings around their necks. The ...

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