Italy arrests 34 'tomb raiders' suspected of looting archaeological sites

Italian authorities said on Friday they had arrested 34 "tomb raiders" suspected of looting treasures from archaeological ...

‘Tomb raiders’ arrested after ancient treasures stolen from archaeological sites

The operation saw nine people placed in pre-trial detention and 14 under house arrest in Sicily alone. Charges levied against ...

What no one told me about the magic of a Sicilian summer

Experience Sicily’s summer through festivals, beaches, food, and late-night magic. Here’s what I discovered when I finally ...
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Top 10 most beautiful places in Sicily

Discover the top 10 places to visit in Sicily, Italy’s largest island known for its ancient history, vibrant cities, and ...
Greek Reporter

Thermal Complex Discovered at Roman Villa in Ancient Greek City of Agrigento

Archaeologists have uncovered a thermal complex in a Roman villa in Agrigento, revealing a larger and more intricate Roman ...
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Agrigento by Drone: Explore Ancient Sicilian Wonders

Soar above the ancient world with this breathtaking drone video of Agrigento, Sicily. Witness the phenomenal UNESCO World Heritage site, the Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Templi), where massive ...
Context

Unearthing the Past: A New Temple Discovery in Selinunte, Sicily

In the sun-drenched southwest corner of Sicily, where the Mediterranean breeze carries whispers of ancient myths, the archaeological site of Selinunte continues to reveal its secrets. In 2024, ...
PBS

Art Bites 105: Ancient Greek Temples, the Parthenon and Its Art

The Parthenon and Temple of Concordia trumpet the sophistication of ancient Greek society. Temples like the Parthenon, gracing the mighty Acropolis overlooking Athens, and the Temple of Concordia on ...
Forbes

This Luxury Spa Resort In Sicily Is A Hidden Gem

ADLER Spa Resort SICILIA is a five-star luxury destination spa that opened in late 2022. It is located in the small town of Siculiana (Agrigento), Italy, less than a two-hour drive from the bustling ...
The Stanford Daily

‘Daughter of Ruins’ portrays women’s perseverance through an ode to its author’s Grecian home

In her author’s note, Yvette Manessis Corporon details an interview she conducted with young Carrie Underwood back in her journalism days. Encouraged by the talented singer making her voice heard ...
Wanted in Rome

Exploring Italy's Greek Temples

The Ancient Civilization's Echoes in Italy's Greek Temples. Known for its Roman history, Italy is home to some of the most impressive Greek temples outside of Greece. They provide a unique window into ...
Variety

‘Daughter of Ruins’ Author and ‘Extra’ Producer on Plans for TV Adaptation of Greek Immigrant Story, Ideas for Sequel Novel

“Daughter of Ruins” author and longtime “Extra” senior supervising producer Yvette Manessis Corporon has been dreaming of her Greek-historical-and-mythology-laced novels being adapted for television ...