Archaeological evidence suggests that Olympic events on a much smaller scale, perhaps with an overlay of Christianity ... new video presentation which accompanied the creation of the digital ancient ...

The Ancient Greek Dark Ages came after the powerful Mycenaean Era. But what actually were the Greek Dark Ages, and how did ...

Spirit of fair play The Olympic Charter, established by de Coubertin, states that 'The practice of sport is a human right'.

From Greek-is.com: “The education system in ancient Greece was regarded as a foundational pillar of society, preparing ...

Boxing in the ancient Olympics was a fierce and unforgiving sport, first introduced in 688 BCE. Unlike modern boxing, ancient Greek boxing had minimal rules and no weight classes, leading to often ...

ANCIENT OLYMPIA, Greece--Even without the help of Apollo, the flame that is to burn at the Paris Olympics was kindled ... packed Olympia for Tuesday’s event amid the ruined temples and sports ...

Tug of war has been played for thousands of years. Today it's being celebrated globally. Here is more on its origins.

John A. Martino and Michael P. O'Kane's historical novel 'Olympia and the Birth of the Olympic Games' takes readers to the ...

linking the development of ancient metal smelting practices to long-term environmental change Ella Jeffries The discovery might illuminate the link between the blue pigment's ancient Egyptian ...

Greece bids a heartfelt farewell to Olympic pole vaulting legend George Roubanis, who passed away at the age of 95. A revered figure in Greek sports history, Roubanis secured the bronze medal at the ...

Experience the magic of Greece: immerse yourself in its rich history, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. A top ...

The specialist tour operator for Greece and Cyprus (so far) Olympic Holidays is adding Albania ... mountains, castles, and ancient buildings included in the Unesco list. Seven-night stays at ...