Lead pollution in and around the Aegean Sea dates back to the Bronze Age and shows a strong spike associated with Roman expansion.

Encounter a mix of Greek, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman influences as you immerse yourself in the region’s rich history ... old trade routes along vibrant Aegean coastlines poised at the ...

travel expert Peter Greenberg explores hidden gems of Turkey’s Aegean coast, including Bodrum, Izmir, and the ancient city of Troy. Activities include walking among the ancient ruins and ...

By around 2,150 years ago, the Aegean region experienced accelerated deforestation ... Lead pollution is dangerous now and it was dangerous in ancient times. Earlier this year, another study ...

This site rises high above the Bakirçay Plain in Turkey’s Aegean region. The acropolis of Pergamon was the capital of the Hellenistic Attalid dynasty, a major centre of learning in the ancient world.

The ancient Palace of Knossos ... Located in the southernmost region of the Aegean Sea, this island is perfect for those looking to escape the crowds. Kasos is characterized by its rugged ...

Intense seismic activity continues in and around the Greek islands of Santorini, Amorgos, Anafi and Ios, stirring fear in the southern Aegean Sea ... devastated the ancient Minoan civilization.