By: Gopal Dey | 2010-08-31 | Antiques The origin of "Mesopotamia" is a Greek name meaning 'land between the rivers' in which mesos means 'middle' and potamos means 'river'. This term was used to called the area watered by the Euphrates and Tigris and its tributaries, which today is roughly compromised modern Irak and a part of Syria. read more
By: Cameron Twomac | 2010-03-30 | Humanities Mesopotamia, long known as the cradle of civilization, the birth place of writing, occupies a special place in the history of man. But how do we know it was the birthplace? What did this first civilization look like and why is this place so special? The answer can be found in temple art where pictorial representations are mixed with a simple early language to tell us how that civilization worked, how it compared with modern times and how it became the forerunner or prototype for civilizations yet to come. read more
By: Gopal Dey | 2010-09-06 | Antiques Real glass is more difficult to produce, because its ingredients must be heated to a high enough temperature to melt and then fuse completely. Mesopotamian cuneiform tablets contain some references to glass making, indicating that it was a very difficult and secret undertaking. read more
By: Gopal Dey | 2010-09-07 | Antiques Real glass is more difficult to produce, because its ingredients must be heated to a high enough temperature to melt and then fuse completely. Mesopotamian cuneiform tablets contain some references to glass making, indicating that it was a very difficult and secret undertaking. read more
By: naukrigulf | 2010-10-16 | Careers Article contains opportunities in Kurdistan with millions dreaming Middle East jobs and with an emerging class of well trained local manpower coming up; the competition in the region has just got tougher. Try your luck and check the opportunities in given article. read more
By: Kevin O Williams | 2011-04-11 | Travel Tips Cartagena patiently waits for its visitors in the south-eastern part of the country. What most attracts tourists to Cartagena is its impressive history. read more
By: Alyssa Bennet | 2010-04-03 | Nutrition Goji berries were first known long ago around 100 AD when it was mentioned in a health almanac printed and distributed to the natives of the Eastern Hemisphere. Around 800 AD, a poet mentioned the power of goji in his writings. read more
By: Bnei Baruch | 2010-01-27 | Cabala Abraham, an inhabitant of Ancient Mesopotamia, became the founder of the first group of Kabbalists, later to be called "Israel." read more
By: Jim Slate | 2010-03-26 | Reference & Education Clocks can be found almost everywhere. We notice them at train stations, in hallways, in hospitals, in living rooms and in offices. Clocks are part of our everyday lives. We use them to regulate our activities in various ways such as when to board the bus or return home from work. But have you ever wondered how clocks came into existence at all? read more
By: Aurindom Nandy | 2012-04-28 | Travel & Leisure Greece is a land that has existed in times and it is recorded in the bible as one of the early cities where the bible message and the apostles passed through. Greece is a land that is rich in culture and information on academics and intellect figures from the early times. read more
By: Fleur Fisher | 2010-12-20 | Travel & Leisure Greece is full of fascinating history dating back thousands of years. To get the most out of your holidays here, explore as many of the ancient Greek sites as you can. read more
By: Aaron Parker | 2011-11-19 | Travel & Leisure Visit one of the ancient capitals of Sri Lanka for an amazing historical experience. Noteworthy for its well preserved ruins of the ancient civilization. The sacred city of Anuradhapura sits on the banks of Malvathu Oya and surrounded by enormous monasteries. read more
By: tanmay | 2010-09-24 | Travel & Leisure According to historical point of view, Belgium is ranked as the most favorite country for the history lovers. Every year, the number of visitors is increasing rapidly. read more