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October 28, 2019

The founding of Lisbon, Portugal [Repost]

Lisbon’s history as a human settlement dates back to the Neolithic period when the region was inhabited by Pre-Celtic tribes who built all manner of religious and funerary monuments in…..

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June 2, 2019

Ephesus: Ancient Christian Centre [Repost]

Over its long and varied history Ephesus has been home to numerous civilizations, from its role in founding the Ancient Greek Ionian League in tenth century BCE, to its prominence…..

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May 4, 2019

The Temple of Olympian Zeus [Repost]

The Olympieion is the ruins of a colossal temple at the centre of Athens that was built over the course of centuries. Dedicated to Zeus, construction began in the sixth…..

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April 13, 2019

Location of Thrones: History of Mdina [Repost]

Originally inhabited by the Phoenicians the city of Mdina called Maleth at the time was probably first fortified during their rule around 700 BCE thanks to its strategic location on…..

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January 17, 2019

Abridged history of Casablanca [Repost]

Derived from the Latinization of a Portuguese word combining the meanings for “White: Branca” and “House: Casa” – whose translation was used to confuse the Germans during World War II…..

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November 21, 2018

Ephesus sites: Library of Celsus [Repost]

With an estimated excavation of only 15% Ephesus is believed to contain one of the largest collections of Roman ruins in the eastern Mediterranean. Those ruins that are visible can…..

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October 28, 2018

The founding of Ephesus [Repost]

While Ephesus’ history as a city is usually traced back to its founding as one of the twelve ancient Greek cities which comprised the Ionian League (circa 10th century BCE),…..

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October 21, 2018

Ephesus and the Roman Empire [Repost]

Incorporation of Ephesus into the Roman Republic proved tumultuous as taxes rose and the treasures of the city were systematically plundered – a practice that would contribute to the Vespers…..