Greek mythology is prominent in art dating from antiquity through to the renaissance and even in contemporary artwork. During ...

Greek and Roman gods evoked fear, awe and envy. Their names now control trillions of dollars of your money. Janus, Apollo, ...

Archaeologists in the ancient Greek city of Perge, Turkey, have discovered five Roman statues, including Aphrodite and Eros.

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During the Middle Ages, Europeans believed that apples had aphrodisiac qualities and used them in love rituals. If a woman ...

What Valentine's Day candy was first created on equipment made for lozenges? Answer: Sweethearts Question: "Wearing your heart on your sleeve" has origins from honoring which Roman goddess? Answer: ...

Paestum and Velia are not only archaeological sites, but scenarios where the past comes to life, where culture intertwines ...

History of the cornicello, an iconic symbol of prosperity, love and fortune that has become a popular present among lovers on Valentine’s Day ...

A Nigerian pastor accused Cupid of being the demon responsible for sin on Valentine's Day. He called for a ban on Valentine's ...

The religions of the ancient Greeks and the ancient Romans, often simply called “classical religion,” are often viewed as ...

In Naples, red ceramic horns are preferred over flowers and chocolates - an iconic Neapolitan symbol of prosperity, love and ...