The hidden meaning behind Rome's famous arch monuments
Public ceremonies, lavish processions, and temporary wooden arches were commonplace after victory in Ancient Rome. But during the height of its power, the emperor decided to change that and leave a ...
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Sculpture showing typical Roman houses
The ancient Rome that remains today is one of fabulous marble buildings, built with superb ... Lifestyles of the rich and famous Life was very different for the upper classes.
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The First Roman Aqueduct Ever Found in Slovakia Sports an Ancient Manufacturer’s Stamp and a Paw Print
During a recent excavation on the grounds of a mansion in Slovakia, researchers discovered something remarkable: a Roman ...
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Discover the 7 most famous streets in Rome
Rome’s city centre is vast, and to fully explore its historical and cultural treasures, you would need at least a week. But ...
A rare peek at the hidden waterworks behind Rome's Trevi Fountain
The Trevi Fountain, arguably the world's most famous, has graced screens for decades, from Fellini's "La Dolce Vita" to ...
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What did ancient Roman artists use to paint Pompeii? New study offers a glimpse
Unused paints are generally rare finds for archaeologists — but not at Pompeii. Take a look at “almost the entire palette of ...
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Discovery of ritual bath sheds light on Jewish life in ancient Rome
The ruins of an ancient Jewish ritual bath have been ... the construction of palaces and Catholic churches in the building of Rome, has been excavated. The most recent excavations, which were ...