The word "gymnasium" in ancient Greece, which also refers to the modern gym, was commonly used because exercise and maintaining a fit body were especially important for Greeks. The word—which ...

Major sporting events, such as the Olympic Games or FIFA World Cups, promise not only spectacular matches but also ...

Boxing in the ancient Olympics was a fierce and unforgiving sport, first introduced in 688 BCE. Unlike modern boxing, ancient Greek boxing had minimal rules and no weight classes, leading to often ...

On your way, be sure to pass through the market stalls of the Viktualienmarkt and converse with vendors selling everything from fruit and vegetables to deli products and souvenirs. From the market ...