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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 enjoy the company of the monks. These black-haired, black-bearded men...

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 firmly believe that owning a piece of King Stephen’s skeleton...

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 gold and silver designs. The second, which is even more...

A Journey Through Ancient Lydia Historical Overview Situated in the ancient region of Lydia, Sardis unfolds its rich history at the foothills of the Tmolus Mountains, commanding a view of the Hermus River plain. Evidence of...

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 were directly influenced by the Urartu civilization in Eastern 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 two distinct sects: Montanism and Novationism. Montanism, rooted in the...

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 study and conquest. The renowned book “De Materia Medica” by...

A Notable Greek Physician (130-200) Early Life and Education Galen, a renowned Greek physician and teacher, was born in Pergamun. His father, inspired by a dream, carefully educated him and chose the medical profession for him....

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 Place) Prytaneion (Meeting Quarters of Religious Authorities) Roman Imperial Cult Sanctuaries Tetragonos Agora...

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 B.C., Nicomedes III of Bithynia bequeathed his kingdom to Rome,...