Domes, usually linked to Islamic architecture, actually predate Islam. The first such structure was established in ...

Tucked away in northwest Romania lies a hidden gem of a village where time stands still and ancient traditions continue to ...

Archaeologists have unearthed a remarkable 4th-century octagonal church in Armenia, shedding light on the nation's early ...

The Byzantine Empire was one of the first societies to offer its citizens some form of what we now call universal healthcare.

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Just as historical buildings accumulate layers of plaster over time, one's identity is shaped by overlapping experiences—some ...

The first building to include a fully pendentive dome, Hagia Sophia is a paragon of Byzantine architecture. It was built as a Christian church by emperor Justinian I in 537, but it now serves as a ...

The incredible Zanzibar City, on an island in Africa, home to impressive landmarks and pristine white-sand beaches, was named ...

The town of Mdina played a huge role in Maltese history. Today, it's hugely popular for its walled Baroque splendor.

Did you know that there is an exact replica of Jackson Hole in China? Not only does the downtown look the same but the ...

The enduringly popular colour has been splashed across churches, mosques, shop fronts and even homes while some cities, like ...