The absurdity of wearing ties, a colonial relic, persists in tropical climates.

A modern depiction of Digenes Akritas depicted in the style of a Byzantine icon by Greek artist Dimitrios Skourtelis. Credit: Dimitrios Skourtelis / Reddit Digenes Akritas (Διγενής Ακρίτας) is one of ...

Hammams—the public baths that have been an integral part of Istanbul life for centuries—can be found everywhere from the city ...

Expect to hear both Italian and German while exploring, as the local culture and architecture is a blend of Italy and Austria ...

Located in Castro Valley since 1972, the congregation’s current site is a repurposed Seventh Day Adventist church that has served them well, but Bekris said, “Still, we have always had a dream to one ...

Experience the rejuvenating effects of a Turkish hammam, where centuries of tradition meet modern relaxation and cleansing.

You'll find pieces created in the Byzantine era, as well as paintings completed just a few decades ago. Highlights include Jacob Lawrence's "The Wedding," Georgia O'Keeffe's "Sky above Clouds IV ...

The neighboring Cretan House Folklore Museum recreates traditional scenes from everyday ... The Kazarma Fortress, which dates back to the Byzantine Era, today hosts outdoor concerts and theatrical ...