Civilisation Collection (page 5)

Greek Icon of the Virgin and Child, from the Byzantine Museums collection in Athens

The Apadana (Kings audience hall), Persepolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Iran, Middle East

Sacred pool, Temple of Karnak, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Thebes, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Byzantine fortress, Paphos, Cyprus, Europe

Buddhist temples at archaeological site, Bagan (Pagan), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

Mosaic pavement of a Roman villa, 2nd century
Mosaic pavement of a Roman villa in Lullingstone, Kent, 2nd century

Herculaneum
circa 1930: The ancient Roman city of Herculaneum, which was destroyed, along with Pompeii, by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. (Photo by Fox Photos/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Sumerian Jewellery Bc
The jewels of a Sumerian lady of the court, discovered during the excavations at Ur - evidence that feminine adornment was customary in the worlds oldest civilisation

Roman Theatre, Amman, Jordan, Middle East

Statue of the falcon, sacred bird of Horus, at the entrance of the Temple of Edfu, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

The Temple of Karnak, Thebes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Ruins of Dinas Bran Castle and village of Llangollen below, Denbighshire, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Hieroglyphics on great columns in the Temple of Karnak near Luxor, Thebes, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Egypt, North Africa, Africa

Temple of Neptune, Paestum, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Asia at night, satellite image. North is towards top right. Yellow lights mark the major cities. Japan (far right), the most brightly lit country, has densely populated urban areas

Qala at ibn Maan Citadel Castle seen through monumental arch, archaelogical ruins, Palmyra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Syria, Middle East

Young men on camels, monumental arch, archaelogical ruins, Palmyra, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Syria, Middle East

Walls of The Citadel, seen from the moat, Aleppo, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Syria, Middle East

Bronze Age rock carvings, Fossum near Tanumshede, Gotaland, Sweden, Scandinavia, Europe

Remains of a Hittite temple at Eflatun Pinar, Beysehir, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Montezuma Castle dating from 1100-1400 AD in limestone cliff, Sinagua, Arizona, USA, North America

Pueblo Indian Montezuma Castle dating from 1100-1400 AD, Sinagua, Arizona, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Close-up of turquoise ceramics, Shah-i-Zinda mausoleum, Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Central Asia, Asia

Statue of the Buddha, Wat Pho (Wat Po) (Wat Phra Chetuphon), Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Kilchurn Castle and Loch Awe, Highlands Region, Scotland, UK, Europe

Temple of the Great Jaguar in the Grand Plaza, Mayan ruins, Tikal, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Peten, Guatemala, Central America

Temple of the Cross (Mayan), Palenque, Mexico, Central America

Mount Vesuvius behind the ruins of the Roman resort of Herculaneum, destroyed in the eruption of AD 79 which covered the town in lava and mud, Herculaneum, near Naples, Campania, Italy, Europe

Hera Temple (Basilica), Paestum, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Greek Theatre and view of Giardini Naxos, Taormina, Sicily, Italy, Europe

Roman street, Paestum, Campania, Italy, Europe

Northeast corner of Forum and Arch of Tiberius, Pompeii, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

Mosaic, Ulysses and Polyphemus, dating from the 4th century AD, Villa Romana del Casale, near Piazza Armerina, Sicily, Italy, Europe

Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Ziggurat, Ur, Iraq, Middle East

Close up of carved relief, Nimrud, Iraq, Middle East

Theatre, Delphi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Greece, Europe

Naxian lion statues, Delos, Cyclades Islands, Greece

Pont Julien, Roman bridge dating from the 3rd century BC, Apt, Vaucluse, Provence, France, Europe

Cracassonne old city, & vineyards, Aude, France

St. Giorgis (St. George s) rock hewn church, Lalibela, Ethiopia, Africa

Kenilworth Castle, Warwickshire, England, UK, Europe

Looking west along Hadrians Wall, UNESCO World Heritage site, near Greenhead, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Remains of an Iron Age woman, excavated in 1976 near Rudston, East Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Roman theatre, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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

Prehistoric stone rows above Merrivale, Dartmoor, Devon, England, United Kingdom, Europe

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"Civilisation: A Journey Through Time and Space" Embark on a captivating journey through the annals of human history, where ancient civilizations have left an indelible mark on our world. From the majestic Map of Ancient Greece, we witness the birthplace of democracy and philosophy, where great minds like Socrates and Aristotle shaped the course of intellectual thought. The sprawling Map of the Roman Empire takes us back to a time when Rome stood as a beacon of power, spreading its influence across vast territories with engineering marvels such as aqueducts and roads that still awe us today. Behold the mesmerizing Gold mask of Tutankhamun at the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, Egypt. This exquisite artifact encapsulates the opulence and mystique surrounding one of history's most enigmatic pharaohs. Gaze upon The Rosetta Stone at London's British Museum - an extraordinary key that unlocked ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics, allowing us to decipher their rich culture and language. MacLellans Castle in Kirkcudbright transports us to medieval Scotland, reminding us how castles served as fortresses for noble families while shaping local communities throughout Europe. Pulteney Bridge bathed in moonlight offers a picturesque scene from Bath - a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its Roman baths that once attracted visitors seeking relaxation amidst grand architecture. A statue depicting Bes stands proudly within Egypt's Temple at Dendera. This ancient god symbolizes protection against evil spirits while showcasing artistic mastery prevalent during North Africa's golden era. Step into Michelangelo's masterpiece within the Interior of Sistine Chapel; his frescoes transcend time by capturing biblical narratives with unparalleled beauty and divine inspiration. Witnessing a Fresco of a fisherman from Akrotiri reveals glimpses into Minoan civilization - their seafaring prowess evident even after centuries buried beneath volcanic ash on Santorini island.