The Synthesis of "Civilization"

Discover Mesopotamia, the 'land between the rivers,' and learn why this ancient region is considered the birthplace of cities, writing, and law.

Discover Mesopotamia, the ancient land between two rivers where writing, cities, and the wheel first emerged, shaping the course of human history.

Explore how ancient civilizations from Earth's past inspire the rich lore, epic settings, and mythologies found in modern video games.

Explore the history of Ancient Egypt, from its monumental pyramids to its lasting impact on modern science, art, and culture.

Discover Sumer, one of the world's first civilizations, and its groundbreaking inventions like writing, the wheel, and timekeeping that shaped history.

Discover the Caral-Supe, the oldest civilization in the Americas, which emerged in Peru over 5,000 years ago, rewriting our history.

Discover the Minoan civilization of Crete, Europe's first major Bronze Age society, known for its grand palaces, art, and mysterious decline.

Explore the Norte Chico civilization in ancient Peru, the oldest in the Americas, which developed complex urban centers around the same time as Egypt's pyramids.

Discover the Ubaid period (c. 6500-3800 BCE), the crucial prehistoric era in Mesopotamia that laid the groundwork for the world's first cities.

Explore Ancient Greece, the civilization that laid the foundations for modern democracy, philosophy, arts, and science.