The Olympics

The Olympics: Ancient versus ModernWith pampered stars, super-human deeds and shameless cheats, were the ancient Olympics really all that different?

Ancient Greek Olympics GalleryWhat did the games mean to the ancient Greeks? Explore the events, rituals and beliefs of this fascinating ancient festival.

Athens and Democracy

Critics and Critiques of Athenian DemocracyDiscover how the ancient Athenians wrestled for the political soul of their city-state.

Lord Elgin - Saviour or Vandal?The heated debate over the 'Elgin Marbles' continues to this day. Whose side are you on?

• The Democratic Experiment - Professor Paul Cartledge reveals the roots of Western Democracy.

Other Greek Cultures

Alexander the Great: Hunting for a New PastCan we create a picture of the living, breathing human being from the competing histories of Alexander?

The Fall of the Minoan CivilisationAn intriguing theory blames a cycle of interlocking disasters for bringing Minoan civilisation to an end.

Legends

Echoes of Plato's AtlantisThe lost city of legend has long maintained a hold on the popular imagination. But could Atlantis have been real?

Jason and the Golden FleeceBehind the ancient myth lies a tale of heroism, treachery, love and tragedy - and perhaps a little grain of truth.