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Archaeologists unearthed the head of a Greek statue, likely depicting the goddess Hygieia, in the ancient city of Laodicea, Turkey. Dating back over two millennia, the find illuminates the city's historical significance as a center for healing and culture. Laodicea boasted grand structures and likely housed a medical school. The discovery adds to a series of significant archaeological finds, shedding light on ancient Greek civilization and its enduring legacy in shaping our understanding of...

The head of a 2100-year-old statue of the Greek goddess of health Hygieia, was found in the ancient city of Laodikeia, modern day Pamukkale, Denizli in Turkey.

The ancient theatre of Laodicea, built during the Hellenistic period, has been restored for a once-in-a-millennium concert

A dig in Istanbul unearthed a trove of artifacts, including a pair of 1,500-year-old Byzantine-era lady's sandals featuring a heartwarming Greek message.

There are those who are inclined toward evil in every generation since the beginning of time. Only in this generation have people and entire nations pressed towards deep evil with almost reckless abandon.

The ancient Greek amphitheater at Laodicea has now been restored to its former glory. Credit: Carole Raddato /CC BY-SA 2.0Restoration work on the 2,200-year-old amphitheater in the Ancient Greek city of Laodicea, located in the ancient Greek area of Phrygia, has now been completed.The mammoth task of restoring the ancient amphitheater was undertaken by Professor Celal…