Ancient signs of lead pollution point to Roman takeover of Greece
The expansion of the Roman empire to Greece 2,100 years ago coincided with a rise in lead pollution as a by-product of an ...
The oldest evidence for lead pollution comes from ancient Greece
Researchers have found the oldest known evidence of lead pollution dating to around 5,200 years ago in ancient Greece.
Lead contamination in ancient Greece points to societal change
Studies of sediment cores from the sea floor and the coastal regions surrounding the Aegean Sea show that humans contaminated ...
Ancient Greece and Rome’s Toxic Footprint Found in the Aegean
Ancient lead pollution in the Aegean Sea may have started 5,200 years ago — 1,200 years earlier than previously thought. Researchers analyzed sediment cores from land and sea, linking lead levels to ...
The Best Places to Visit in Greece
For history lovers, its ancient ruins and museums lined with artifacts should entice—but if your idea of a getaway is one ...
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Hidden Structures Discovered Beneath Temple of Zeus in Athens, Greece
Researchers in Athens use advanced geophysical techniques to uncover hidden tunnels and drainage systems beneath the Temple ...
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From Trash to Treasure: Rare Ancient Greek Statue Found in a Trash Bag
The world of archaeology and art is often filled with thrilling discoveries, but few match the sheer surprise and sere ...
Butrint: The ancient site helping Albania reclaim its identity
Once known as "the North Korea of Europe", Albania is turning to its millennia-old sites and rich cultural heritage to recast ...
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Six Architectural Landmarks of Modern Athens Lost Forever
Some of Athens's architectural landmarks were destroyed to make way for modern buildings due to the rapid economic ...