Archaeology
Jordan: West Asia’s Historical Junction
Modern Jordan encompasses territories that have served as crossroads throughout human history. From humanity’s earliest exodus out of Africa through to the rise of modern nation-states, Jordan’s eternal landscapes have witnessed many pivotal moments in our global history.
Princes, Pirates, and Pilgrims along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast
Dr Christopher Tuttle describes the long history of the Turquoise Coast, the rise and fall of its principalities, pirate armadas, and influential peregrinations driven by religious fervor.
Norway and the Lofoten Archipelago
Join Mindy MacLeod as she describes some monstrous Viking beasts best avoided as well as some more appealing ones you may encounter on her upcoming Norwegian tour.
The Wealthy World of Bronze Age Cyprus
The Late Bronze Age was a period of prosperity and transformation for the island of Cyprus. Explore the culture that developed during this period.
Jordan beyond Petra
“It seems no work of Man’s creative hand, by labour wrought as wavering fancy planned; But from the rock as …
Buddhism along the Silk Road
The ‘Silk Road’, coined by 19th century German explorer Ferdinand von Richthofen (uncle of famed WWI fighter Ace ‘The Red Baron’) is something …
The Mycenaean site of Pylos
“No one can match the honours dealt a king.” King Nestor of Pylos, Iliad, Book I. First excavated by American …
