Archaeologists exploring the ancient ruins of Finziade, the last Greek colony on the island of Sicily, recently discovered a mold used to create masks depicting the mythological Gorgon Medusa ...

Authorities in Sicily recently received a call from a citizen who had made a surprising discovery in the waters off the coastal city of Syracuse: two stone anchors dating back 2,500 years. Divers ...

But, in reality, ancient Greeks and Romans embraced bold colors, which archaeologists call “polychromy.” Brightly hued paints ...

For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.

A remarkable discovery off the southern coast of Sicily has revealed a 2,500-year-old shipwreck. It was buried under 20 feet of sand and rock near Santa Maria del Focallo. Archaeologists believe ...

The osteotheca (with handles) found in Gela, Sicily, with the remains of a child from the 6th ... remains was a widespread custom among the communities that inhabited Gela in ancient times.

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Roughly 8,000-year-old remains unearthed from present-day Tunisia held a surprise: European hunter-gatherer ancestry.

There were Greeks in Italy, Sicily, Turkey, North Africa ... all written language and art disappeared. Remains of an ancient Greek gymnasium. In 800BC, almost 300 years after the Dark Age began ...

You don’t need a huge budget to experience the beautiful landscapes, hiking trails and archaeological wonders of Sicily, here ...

Likely the best-known city in Sicily, Palermo sits on the northern ... Head just south of Catania to reach Syracuse – an ancient Grecian city that dates back to 734 B.C. Top sites include ...

From ancient monasteries and century-old family farmlands, restored palaces and luxurious seaside resorts, there is a place for everyone visiting Sicily – here are the best hotels to stay in.