Roman Empire Anecdotes
The Insulae: The Apartment Buildings of Ancient Romans
The insulae of the Roman Empire are a fascinating reflection of Roman architectural innovation and urban planning.
Roman Empire News
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.
Roman Empire News
Ancient Roman Beach in Herculaneum Reopened: A Step Back in Time
The ancient beach of Herculaneum has been meticulously restored and reopened to the public, offering a unique glimpse into Roman history.
Roman Empire News
Roman Villa Graffiti Update: Portuguese tourist — and not Dutch, Thousands of Euros for Full Restoration
A Portuguese tourist vandalized a historic mural in Herculaneum’s Domus of the Bronze Herm on June 2, 2024, prompting immediate restoration efforts by the Herculaneum Conservation Project.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Pliny the Younger: The 247 letters that helped shape our view of the Roman Empire
Pliny the Younger helped us shape our view of the Roman Empire, and all aspect of its life.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Why did the Romans execute Jesus?
What was the real reason behind the execution of Jesus by the Romans?
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Pliny the Elder: The Author of the World’s First Encyclopaedia was Roman
Naturalis Historia by Pliny the Elder is the world's first encyclopaedia.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Olive Oil in the Roman Empire: Romans and their Liquid Gold
Olive oil was a fundamental aspect of the Roman diet and was transported everywhere in the Empire.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
What was the Roman Empire? A brief history
The Roman Empire planted the roots of what we call today Western Civilization
Roman Empire News
Is this the Roman Villa where Emperor Augustus died?
Researchers may have found the villa where Emperor Augustus died.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Pompeii the day Vesuvius erupted: From Prosperity to Ashes
The day Pompeii disappeared under the ashes of Vesuvius, as described through history.
Roman Empire Anecdotes
Roman Beliefs and Practices Surrounding Solar Eclipses
In ancient Rome, the cosmos was a tapestry woven with the deeds of gods and mortals, where celestial phenomena like solar eclipses were imbued with divine significance.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Spartacus: The Gladiator Who Defied Rome
Spartacus, set the stage for what would become one of the most significant uprisings against the Roman Empire.
Roman Empire Historical Facts
Panis Quadratus: The Ancient Bread that Fed an Empire
The Roman bread, Panis Quadratus and its significance in the everyday life of the ancient Romans.
Roman Empire Stories
The last moments of The Boscoreale Treasure
In the heart of ancient Boscoreale, Maxima, daughter of a wealthy banker, faced Vesuvius's fury to protect her family's treasure. Her story, a dramatic tale of courage and legacy, echoes through time, immortalized by the Boscoreale Treasure.
Roman Empire Stories
The Flavors of Vesuvius
The beginning of the concept of a fast-food restaurant in ancient Pompeii, by a smart entrepreneur which takes us to the reality of the time and of a start-up business that became a success!