~Aritra Biswas The Birth of A Prince In 356 BCE, in the Macedon kingdom, a child was born who would later transform the world Alexander who was the son of King Philip II and Queen Olympias. He was thought to be great ever since his early years of life. His mother took the stories of […]Read More
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Decoding the Antikythera Mechanism: Unraveling the Secrets of Ancient Technology
In the year 1900, the tranquil waters near the island of Antikythera bore witness to a momentous event that would ignite the spark of underwater archaeology. Amidst the aftermath of a storm, Greek divers hailing from the island of Symi sought refuge and respite near the shores of Antikythera. Clad in cumbersome copper and brass […]Read More
The Greek language is one of the world’s oldest and most influential languages. It has a rich history spanning over 3,400 years and is considered to be the language of democracy, philosophy, and literature. HISTORY OF THE GREEK LANGUAGE: The earliest form of the Greek language is known as Mycenaean Greek, which was spoken in […]Read More
The fall of the Mauryan Empire witnessed the rise of many native rulers. The most important ruling dynasty that succeeded them in the northwest was the Kushanas founded by Kujula Kadphises. The Kushans were a part of the five clans that got divided from the Yuechi tribes (nomadic pastorals in the western China grassland). The […]Read More
Breathing Life into Music: The Sound of Flute
INTRODUCTION The flute is a musical instrument that has captured the hearts of audiences for centuries. Its sweet and delicate sound has graced countless compositions, from classical masterpieces to contemporary pop songs. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, the flute can bring joy and fulfillment to your life. In this blog, we […]Read More
The Long-Lost City of Pavlopetri: A Glimpse Into Greek Life
Pavlopetri is one of the most well-preserved underwater archaeological sites in the world. The city was founded in the Late Bronze Age, around 1200 BCE. It is thought to have been lost to the sea soon after its foundation, around 1000 BCE. Pavlopetri was rediscovered in 2004 by a team of divers. Since then, extensive […]Read More
"All the superhero stuff is Greek myths and Greek gods, wearing tights and capes. That's what they are. That's what I gravitate towards." is a famous quote by Louis Leterrier which tells us about the enduring facts that Greek mythology beholds for us. Greek mythology contains a plethora of unbelievable tales with stories that are beyond our comprehension. In the beginning, there was chaos and a yawning nothingness, after which the divine Gaia-the Earth was born.Read More