Trajan’s Bridge: World’s First to Surpass 1km, 2,000+ Years Ago

Trajan's Bridge, also called Bridge of Apollodorus over the Danube, was a Roman segmental arch bridge, the first bridge to be built over the lower Danube and considered one of the greatest achievements in Roman architecture.

Monte Testaccio: A Roman Hill Entirely Made Of Amphorae Fragments

Monte Testaccio, is one of the most extraordinary archaeological sites in the city of Rome, totally artificial, composed of pieces of broken jars.

Is Zuckerberg Just a Roman Empire Nerd, or Augustus’ Descendant?

Mark Zuckerberg’s fascination with the Roman Empire, from wearing Latin slogans like “Aut Zuck Aut Nihil” to references to Augustus, is more than just symbolic. Could his obsession hint at a deeper connection to the ancient ruler himself?

Titus Livy: The Story of the Roman Celebrity Historian

Titus Livius, commonly known as Livy, was a Roman historian famous for his work Ab Urbe Condita ("From the Founding of the City"), a monumental history of Rome that spanned from its legendary founding in 753 BC to Livy's contemporary period in AD 9.

Testudo: The Military Formation that Lasted from Ancient Rome to Today

The testudo was a type of shield wall formation, commonly used by the Roman legions during battles.

The Unknown Lucullus: Far more than just Lucullan Meals

Lucius Licinius Lucullus was a prominent Roman general, statesman, and politician, best known for his luxurious lifestyle and lavish feasts, which became almost legendary in Roman culture.

Polybius: The Greek True Admirer, of the Roman Empire

Although Greek, Polybius is best known for his work The Histories, which covers the rise of the Roman Republic and its domination over the Mediterranean world, particularly focusing on the period between 264 and 146 BCE.

Born in the Purple: Τhe Ιmperial Color of the Roman Empire

Purple, in the context of the Roman Empire, was not merely a color; it was a symbol of power, nobility, and divine sanction.

The Food Culture of Ancient Rome: What did the Different Social Classes Eat?

The everyday diet of the ancient Mediterranean has been relatively understudied, particularly the cultural importance of various foods in the Greek and Roman worlds.

Galerias Romanas: The Roman Galleries in Lisbon, Portugal

The Galerias Romanas, or Roman Galleries in Lisbon are occasionally pumped out and opened to the public for limited viewings, typically twice a year.

The Phenomenal Roman Bridges: Connecting Past with Present

How do some Roman bridges still stand today? What was it that made Roman engineering so unique?

Constantine’s Arch Damaged by Lightning: Are Monuments Ready for Climate Change?

The Arch of Constantine was damaged by a lightning strike, raising concerns about how well ancient monuments are prepared for climate disasters.