For centuries, Rome’s sites have directly influenced art, architecture, and design. Examine art, design, architecture, urban spaces, and archaeological sites that are relevant to the history and ...
In a city filled to the brim with iconic buildings of both the ancient and not-so-ancient variety, the Colosseum of Rome stands apart from the rest. The ancient stadium, an arched, elliptical arena, ...
Excavations in the ancient Roman city Gabii have uncovered a water basin that could predate much of Roman monumental architecture. Experts believe the water basin could sit alongside another ...
The architecture of St. Louis has a long and storied pedigree, going far back in history past its 254 years of existence. Whenever I visit Rome, Italy, I’m always amazed at the richness of its ...
Interior of the Pantheon, Rome. (Francesco Riccardo Iacomino/Moment/Getty Images) The Roman Empire helped transform humanity ...
The Colosseum was the largest amphitheater built in ancient Rome. The massive arena held thousands of spectators, who packed the stands to watch gladiators battle to the death and fight exotic animals ...
From top: Megalopolis explores a modern-day Roman Empire; Gladiator II re-creates Rome in Fort Ricasoli Credit: Megalopolis: Courtesy Lionsgate; Gladiator II: Guba Scott; Conclave: Courtesy Focus ...
Here's what you’ll learn when you read this story: Excavation in Salzburg, Austria, ahead of a new residential development unearthed a Roman villa from the second or third century C.E. and a rare ...