Egyptian hieroglyphs astonishingly combine figurative symbols (a bird truly represents a bird), phonetic characters (like the letters of our alphabet), and sometimes even abstract symbols...
Drakkars find their origins in Scandinavia around the end of the 8th century. At that time, the Vikings needed fast, light, and sturdy boats to...
In ancient Egypt, white symbolized purity, the sacred, and eternity. By covering the Great Pyramid of Khufu with these brilliant white stones, the builders sought...
The Romans knew that a fast army had a huge advantage. Therefore, they built a network of straight and well-maintained roads to save time when...
In the Inca Empire, there was no alphabetical writing system as we might imagine today. Therefore, to effectively organize their gigantic empire, they relied on...
The fall of the Western Roman Empire is mainly a large political void. Rome could no longer effectively manage its provinces, and various generals or...
The construction of the Colosseum required meticulous land management due to the challenges posed by the natural characteristics. At its base, the chosen area was...
Egyptian hieroglyphs were not just a mundane writing system; they carried a powerful sacred meaning. Each sign represented symbols and concepts related to their spiritual...
Roman baths were a kind of public baths very popular among Romans of all social classes. It was a friendly place to relax, chat, but...
Ancient amphitheaters had truly practical advantages. First, their semi-circular or oval shape allowed all spectators to have a good view of the performances, without stepping...
