Maxmag’s Culture & History category explores the heritage, traditions, and significant events that have shaped civilizations. Uncover stories that connect the past with the present and enrich our understanding of the world.
On the morning of April 25, 1974, Portugal awakened to an event unlike any other in its modern history. It was neither a violent revolt nor a dramatic civil war.…
The image of a dolphin gracefully gliding through the sea was not merely a decorative motif in the ancient world—it carried rich layers of spiritual, mythological, and cultural meaning. In…
Prostitution was an established part of Ancient Greek society, though it differed vastly from modern perceptions. Among the most intriguing figures of this social institution were the hetairai in Ancient…
Greece is a land defined by its mountains—rugged, majestic, and storied. These peaks have shaped not only the country’s geography but also its language, religion, and identity. The history of…