Saksagan
A Failed Marriage Alliance
The Hittite Empire tried to form an alliance with Egypt by sending a prince to marry an Egyptian queen. However, the prince was killed...
The Simple Life in Serbia
A Look at Serbian Towns
Outside of Belgrade, most towns in Serbia are not what many would consider towns at all. Instead, they resemble large...
A Serene Service at Studenitza
A Unique Church Experience
I had the opportunity to attend a service at the Studenitza Monastery, and it was an unforgettable experience. The air was...
The Church of Studenitza Monastery
A Blend of History and Beauty
The church at Studenitza Monastery is a mix of marble and whitewash, filled with precious relics and colorful decorations....
Parmenides Empedocles and Anaxagoras
Exploring Ancient Cosmologies
Parmenides (c. 450 BCE) The Sphere of All, Wreaths of Fire
Parmenides of Elea in Italy challenges conventional physics by arguing against the...
Ionic Thought’s Influence
Concepts of Celestial Wheels and Bowls of Fire
This section explores the impact of Ionic thought on early Greek cosmology, focusing on key figures such...
Anaximander of Miletus
Anaximander of Miletus (c. 550 BCE) Exploring Celestial Fire and Wheels
Around 550 BCE, Anaximander of Miletus presented innovative ideas about the cosmos, envisioning the...
Hurri Civilization
Mitanni Kingdom and Cultural Influence
Establishment and Rule of the Mitanni Kingdom
The Hurri civilization emerged in eastern Anatolia and was governed by the Mitanni kingdom,...
Hatti Civilization
The Hatti Civilization (2500-2000 B.C.) Ancient Anatolian Settlers
Ancient Hatti Civilization
The Hattis, among the earliest settlers in Anatolian history, ruled central Anatolia for approximately 500...
