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Background imageCivilization Collection: Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian columns

Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian columns
Classical styles of columns - Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian architecture. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Silbury Hill, a Stone Age burial mound, Wiltshire, England, UK, Europe

Silbury Hill, a Stone Age burial mound, Wiltshire, England, UK, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Map of ancient Rome

Map of ancient Rome
City plan of ancient Rome. Lithograph

Background imageCivilization Collection: Sycamore Gap, location for scene in the film Robin Hood Prince of Thieves

Sycamore Gap, location for scene in the film Robin Hood Prince of Thieves, Hadrians Wall, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nothumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Hanging gardens of Babylon

Hanging gardens of Babylon
Hanging Gardens of ancient Babylon. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: The Rosetta Stone, British Museum, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Rosetta Stone, British Museum, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Gold mask of Tutankhamun, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Gold mask of Tutankhamun, Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean

Ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean
Map of the Aegean Sea in the time of ancient Greece. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Statue of Athena in the Parthenon of ancient Athens

Statue of Athena in the Parthenon of ancient Athens
Statue of the goddess Athena inside the Parthenon, ancient Athens. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Maps of Italy in ancient times

Maps of Italy in ancient times
Map of early tribes in Italy (top). of the Roman hills (lower left). and the vicinity of Rome (right) in the time of the Roman Empire. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ancient Greek empire

Ancient Greek empire
Map of ancient Greece and its colonies. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illlustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Mayan ruins, Xunantunich, San Ignacio, Belize, Central America

Mayan ruins, Xunantunich, San Ignacio, Belize, Central America

Background imageCivilization Collection: Dionysus, or Bacchus, on his throne

Dionysus, or Bacchus, on his throne
Wall painting of the Roman deity Dionysus on his throne, from the ruins of Pompeii. Printed color lithograph reproduction

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ancient Olympia, Greece

Ancient Olympia, Greece
Olympia, site of the ancient Olympic Games. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ancient Athens

Ancient Athens
Athens from the east, in the time of Hadrian. Hand-colored engraving of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: House of Axel Munthe

House of Axel Munthe, Villa San Michele, Anacapri, Capri, Campania, Italy, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: The Code of Hammurabi

The Code of Hammurabi
A view of part of the code of Hammurabi, one of the earliest systems of law. It was named after the ruler of Babylon who reigned from 1795 - 1750 BCE. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Background imageCivilization Collection: Map of the Roman Empire

Map of the Roman Empire
Map showing the extent of the Roman Empire. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Map of the Peloponnesus of ancient Greece

Map of the Peloponnesus of ancient Greece. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Interior, Sistine Chapel

Interior, Sistine Chapel, the Vatican, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Map of Europe under the Roman Empire

Map of Europe under the Roman Empire
Map of Europe in the time of the Roman Empire. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: MacLellans Castle, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland

MacLellans Castle, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Avebury stone circle, Avebury, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wiltshire, England

Avebury stone circle, Avebury, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wiltshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Statue of the ancient Egyptian god Bes, Temple at Dendera, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Statue of the ancient Egyptian god Bes, Temple at Dendera, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageCivilization Collection: Traditional Cambodian apsara dancer, temples of Angkor Wat, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Traditional Cambodian apsara dancer, temples of Angkor Wat, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCivilization Collection: Peru, Machu Picchu, The lost city of the Inca

Peru, Machu Picchu, The lost city of the Inca

Background imageCivilization Collection: Hanging Gardens of Babylon

Hanging Gardens of Babylon
Babylons Hanging Gardens, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Interior, the Pantheon

Interior, the Pantheon, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Fresco of a fisherman from Akrotiri

Fresco of a fisherman from Akrotiri, dating from around 1600 BC, island of Santorini (Thira), Cyclades, Greece, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Pulteney bridge and river Avon at night, Bath, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Pulteney bridge and river Avon at night, Bath, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avon (Somerset), England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Regions of Italy in the Roman Empire

Regions of Italy in the Roman Empire
Map of Italy, during the time of Caesar Augustus to Emperor Constantine. Color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Dome of the Rock and the Western Wall, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Dome of the Rock and the Western Wall, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Background imageCivilization Collection: The ruins of Machu Picchu, with Huayna Picchu in the background

The ruins of Machu Picchu, with Huayna Picchu in the background, UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Sacred Valley, Peru, South America

Background imageCivilization Collection: Callanish (Callanais) Standing Stones

Callanish (Callanais) Standing Stones, erected by Neolithic people between 3000 and 1500 BC, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Looking down onto the Inca city from the Inca trail

Looking down onto the Inca city from the Inca trail, Machu Picchu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Peru, South America

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ahura Mazda

Ahura Mazda, supreme god in Zoroastrianism, Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East

Background imageCivilization Collection: Fresco of children boxing from Akrotiri

Fresco of children boxing from Akrotiri, dating from around 1600 BC, island of Santorini (Thira), Cyclades, Greece, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Standing stone circle at sunrise, Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England, UK, Europe

Standing stone circle at sunrise, Stonehenge, Wiltshire, England, UK, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: River Avon and the city of Bath, Avon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

River Avon and the city of Bath, Avon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Buddha statue in cliffs (since destroyed by the Taliban), Bamiyan, Afghanistan

Buddha statue in cliffs (since destroyed by the Taliban), Bamiyan, Afghanistan

Background imageCivilization Collection: Euterpe, muse of music and lyric poetry, holding a flute

Euterpe, muse of music and lyric poetry, holding a flute. Found in the Tiburtino area of Rome near the Villa d Este. Copperplate engraving by Gio. Perini after an illustration by A

Background imageCivilization Collection: Angeles Santos Torroella Spain Spanish Painter A world 1929

Angeles Santos Torroella Spain Spanish Painter A world 1929

Background imageCivilization Collection: Twelve Angled Stone, Inca Stonework, Hatunrumiyoc Street, Cusco, Peru

Twelve Angled Stone, Inca Stonework, Hatunrumiyoc Street, Cusco, Peru

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ancient Greeks holding the pass of Thermopylae, 480 BC

Ancient Greeks holding the pass of Thermopylae, 480 BC
Greeks under Leonidas holding off the Persian invasion at Thermopylae, 480 BC. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Chariot race in ancient Rome

Chariot race in ancient Rome
Chariot race in the Circus Maximus of ancient Rome. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Roman mosaic dating from the 2nd century AD

Roman mosaic dating from the 2nd century AD, from the Villa of the Nile at Leptis Magna, Jamahiriya Museum, Tripoli, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Background imageCivilization Collection: View of the Parthenon and the Acropolis seen from Filopappos Hill

View of the Parthenon and the Acropolis seen from Filopappos Hill, Athens, Greece

Background imageCivilization Collection: Mural paintings

Mural paintings, Corridor of the Procession, Minoan, Knossos, island of Crete, Greece, Mediterranean, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20109882

EyeUbiquitous_20109882
Greece, Crete, Knossos, Dolphin fresco in the Queens Megaron, Knossos Palace

Background imageCivilization Collection: RIVERA, Diego (1886-1957). Totonaca Civilization

RIVERA, Diego (1886-1957). Totonaca Civilization. 1950. MEXICO. Mexico City. National Palace. Mexican Mural Painting. Fresco

Background imageCivilization Collection: A trireme, used by the ancient Greeks and Romans

A trireme, used by the ancient Greeks and Romans
A trireme, with three banks of oars, used by the ancient Greeks and Romans. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Battle of Actium, 31 BC

Battle of Actium, 31 BC
Sea battle of Actium, in which Octavius defeated Antony and Cleopatra, 31 BC. Hand colored wodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Assyrian king in his chariot

Assyrian king in his chariot returning from battle. Color lithograph reproduction of a bas-relief sculpture from Nineveh

Background imageCivilization Collection: Pantheon interior, ancient Rome

Pantheon interior, ancient Rome
Interior of the Pantheon in ancient Rome. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Mycenae in ancient Greece, circa 1400 BC

Mycenae in ancient Greece, circa 1400 BC
Mycenae in ancient Greece at the height of its culture, circa 1400 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Mount Vesuvius seen from the ruins of Pompeii

Mount Vesuvius seen from the ruins of Pompeii, buried in the ash flow of the eruption of AD 79, Columbus basalt lava marble and brick, Pompeii, UNESCO World Heritage site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Dunstanburgh Castle and the coast, Northumbria (Northumberland), England, UK, Europe

Dunstanburgh Castle and the coast, Northumbria (Northumberland), England, UK, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Lanyon Quoit, near Madron, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Lanyon Quoit, near Madron, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Royal Crescent, Bath, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Royal Crescent, Bath, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Avon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: A Bedouin guide with his camel

A Bedouin guide with his camel, overlooking the Pyramids of Giza, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Cairo, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Background imageCivilization Collection: Detail of some of the six thousand statues in the Army of Terracotta Warriors

Detail of some of the six thousand statues in the Army of Terracotta Warriors, 2000 years old, from the tomb of the First Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, Xian, Shaanxi Province, China, Asia

Background imageCivilization Collection: Babylons lion. Lion decorated the Processional Wal (Ishtar

Babylons lion. Lion decorated the Processional Wal (Ishtar Gate). 575 BC. Pergamon Museum. Museum Island. Berlin. Germany

Background imageCivilization Collection: Codex Borbonicus. Aztec codex. Written by Aztec priest short

Codex Borbonicus. Aztec codex. Written by Aztec priest shortly before or after tthe Spanish conquest of Mexico. 1562-1563. Detail fol. 17r

Background imageCivilization Collection: Egypt, Cairo, Giza, View of all three Great Pyramids at sunset

Egypt, Cairo, Giza, View of all three Great Pyramids at sunset

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ancient Greek marathon

Ancient Greek marathon
Foot-race in ancient Greece. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Parthenon in ancient Athens

Parthenon in ancient Athens
The Parthenon atop the Acropolis at the height of Athens power, 400s BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Pyramids along the Nile

Pyramids along the Nile
Pyramids at Gizeh, with dhows on the Nile River in Egypt. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle, Glamorgan, Wales, UK, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ishtar Gate

Ishtar Gate, Babylon, Iraq, Middle East

Background imageCivilization Collection: King Henry VIIIs ship, Mary Rose, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom

King Henry VIIIs ship, Mary Rose, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Housesteads, Hadrians Wall, Northumberland, England, UK

Housesteads, Hadrians Wall, Northumberland, England, UK

Background imageCivilization Collection: Castlerigg Stone Circle and Blencathra, Lake District, Cumbria, England

Castlerigg Stone Circle and Blencathra, Lake District, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: Wall, remains of Roman town of Verulamium, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, England

Wall, remains of Roman town of Verulamium, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCivilization Collection: The Big Buddha statue, Po Lin Monastery, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China, Asia

The Big Buddha statue, Po Lin Monastery, Lantau Island, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Background imageCivilization Collection: Egyptian Art. Relief depicting a bee, symbol of Lower Egypt

Egyptian Art. Relief depicting a bee, symbol of Lower Egypt
Egyptian Art. The Karnak Temple Complex. Relief depicting a bee, symbol of Lower Egypt. New Kingdom. Egypt

Background imageCivilization Collection: Head of a statue of Ares. Roman sculpture after original of

Head of a statue of Ares. Roman sculpture after original of
Ares, the god of war. Roman equivalent : Mars. Head of a statue of Ares. Roman sculpture after original of about 430 BC. Glytothek. Munich

Background imageCivilization Collection: Sunset View of City Council Building and Hillbrow Tower (JG Strijdom Tower)

Sunset View of City Council Building and Hillbrow Tower (JG Strijdom Tower)
City of Johannesburg is considered Africas economic powerhouse, and contentiously as a modern and prosperous African city

Background imageCivilization Collection: Europe, Ireland, County Mayo, Achill Island. Ancient Village

Europe, Ireland, County Mayo, Achill Island. Ancient Village
Ireland, County Mayo, Achill Island. Ancient Village

Background imageCivilization Collection: Historic, Sculpture

Historic, Sculpture
Antinous (110-130). Member of the Roman Emperor Hadrians entourage, to whom he was beloved. Bust. Marble. Dated 130-138. Found in Patras. National Archaeological Museum. Athens, Greece

Background imageCivilization Collection: Temple ceremony in an Aztec city

Temple ceremony in an Aztec city. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Hand-colored woodcut

Hand-colored woodcut
Aztec tiger knight in a costume of cotton and a helmet made of wood, from a model in Spain. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Sun-god Ra on his daily journey, ancient Egypt

Sun-god Ra on his daily journey, ancient Egypt
Sun-god Ra embarking for his daily journey through Egypt. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of ancient Egyptian art

Background imageCivilization Collection: Extent of the Persian empire

Extent of the Persian empire
Map of the ancient Persian empire. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Background imageCivilization Collection: Ancient Mesopotamia

Ancient Mesopotamia
Map of the ancient Tigris and Euphrates region. Printed color 19th-century illustration



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"Unveiling the Tapestry of Civilization: Tracing the Footsteps of Ancient Empires" Journey through time and space as we unravel the rich tapestry of human civilization. From the grandeur of ancient Rome to the mystique of Egypt's pharaohs, from the intellectual prowess of Greece to the architectural marvels in Babylon, our world is adorned with remnants that whisper tales of bygone eras. Gaze upon a map showcasing ancient Rome, where once an empire stood tall, shaping history for centuries. Marvel at its intricate network of roads and aqueducts, a testament to their engineering genius. Behold Tutankhamun's golden mask gleaming in all its splendor at Cairo's Egyptian Museum. This exquisite artifact encapsulates Egypt's opulence and reverence for life beyond death. In London's British Museum, discover The Rosetta Stone—an enigmatic key that unlocked lost languages and allowed us to decipher hieroglyphics—a triumph bridging past and present. Immerse yourself in legends surrounding Babylon’s Hanging Gardens—the epitome of man-made wonders—where lush greenery cascaded like waterfalls amidst desert sands. Explore ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean Sea; witness their influence on art, philosophy, democracy—a legacy still felt today. Stand before Athena’s statue within Athens' Parthenon—an embodiment of wisdom personified. Travel northward to Scotland’s MacLellans Castle—silent sentinel overlooking turbulent times when civilizations clashed amidst rugged landscapes—a reminder that civilization knows no boundaries or borders. Delve into Mesopotamia’s Code of Hammurabi—an early legal code etched onto stone tablets—offering insights into societal norms that shaped civilizations long ago. Trace Europe under Roman rule on yet another map; witness how this mighty empire stretched across vast lands—from Britannia to Hispania—leaving indelible marks on architecture, governance, language, and culture.

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