The ruins are from the sixth-century church of St. Polyeuctus, which was one of the largest in Constantinople — as Istanbul was called before its conquest by Ottoman Turks in 1453.

Ruins of Eighth-Century Pagan Temple Found in Norway The structure—built to honor Norse gods like Thor and Odin—is the first of its kind discovered in the country ...

Rollo Maughfling helped pioneer Glastonbury's modern Druidic revival. Here are his top ways to enjoy the spiritual town beyond its famous festival, from sacred sites to Pagan wares.

A team of archaeologists has uncovered the ruins of an ancient pagan temple from the Roman period in Italy. The temple was found during excavations in the ancient hilltop town of Spello, which is ...

Islamic State militants are said to have destroyed a Roman-era pagan temple in the ancient Syrian city of Palmyra. Steve Inskeep talks to Liz Sly, Beirut correspondent with The Washington Post.

The longest day of the year, and the official start of summer, has arrived in the U.S. The summer solstice takes place Friday ...

A religious shrine sealed up by the ancestors of Jesus — and preserved for nearly 3,000 years — has been discovered in the ancient heart of Jerusalem. The place of worship, carved into the ...

How and why were pagan temples converted into Christian churches in the later Roman empire? New research focused on the city of Rome suggests a more peaceful transition from paganism to ...

The ruins have survived as long as they have because they have generally been respected. “Muslims have long lived quite comfortably with sites like this for over 1,400 years,” says Mulder.

Gaza’s Historic Heart, Now in Ruins The Great Omari Mosque, built on an ancient holy site, is one of the many treasured landmarks damaged in Israel’s military offensive. By Bora Erden , Graham ...

A religious shrine sealed up by the ancestors of Jesus, preserved for nearly 3,000 years, has been discovered in the ancient heart of Jerusalem. Experts believe that the destruction of the shrine ...