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A Peaceful Monastic Retreat
Idling Among the Monks
Spending time at the Studenitza Monastery is a delightful experience. Here, you can relax in the shade of the trees and...
The Sacredness of King Stephen’s Remains
The Belief in Protection
The belief in the sacredness of King Stephen’s bones is strong among both the devout and the common people. Many peasants...
The Story of the Two Coffins
The Exquisite Coffins
At Studenitza Monastery, there are two coffins that hold great significance. The first coffin is made of black wood and features beautiful...
Phrygian Art and Culture in Anatolia
Influences and Connections
Phrygian art, shaped by influences from Hittite and Urartian cultures, played a role in inspiring Etruscan art in Italy. Simultaneously, the Phrygians...
Early Christian Influences and Phrygians in Anatolia
Early Christian Influences
The early spread of Christianity in this region owes much to St. Paul. However, the 2nd century AD witnessed the emergence of...
Roots of Pharmacy
Recording Centuries of Medical Wisdom
In the times of Roman imperial power and culture, scholars started documenting all the medical knowledge gathered through years of...
Archaeological Discoveries in Ephesus
Uncovering the Past
Exploring Ancient Streets and Buildings
Various parts of Ephesus have been uncovered, revealing historical streets and public structures:
City Market and Bouleuterion (Council Meeting...
Rome’s Ascendancy in the East
The Second Mithradatic War (83-81 B.C.)
The conflict unfolded as Roman general Lucius Licinius Murena initiated an invasion of Pontus, ultimately facing defeat. In 74...
