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At its peak some 3,000 years ago, the ancient Mesopotamian city of Babylon was the largest metropolis on Earth. Renowned for ...
Since then, Composer Hovhaness, now a tall, cadaverous 37, has left Bach behind and discovered what he calls a “pathway to the lost music of the ancient world.” ...
The 12th century abbess, scientist and composer inspires new interpretations of her music, and new works, on an album spotlighting soprano Barbara Hannigan.
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What the ancient world can teach us about death A marble fragment from the front of a third century AD Roman sarcophagus.
Scholars have found a 3,000-year-old Babylonian hymn praising the city, its citizens, and deity Marduk, with the help of A.I.
Review: Lighting, music and dance bring an ancient epic to life in Ragamala’s world premiere Dance movements in “Children of Dharma” at Northrop have percussive flourish.
Atop Mount Nemrut lies what some call the eighth wonder of the world: a religious sanctuary of 10 colossal statues surrounding a mound believed to hold the tomb of an ancient king.
Explore the 7 Wonders of the World—ancient and modern. Learn where they are, when to visit, and how to plan your next unforgettable trip.
One of the seven ancient wonders of the world, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus has an enduring influence on architecture and language alike.
U.K. broadcaster Channel 5 has boarded docuseries 'Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, a Keshet International and SandStone Global collaboration.