Step back in time and discover the wonders of Ancient Rome. Uncover the secrets of this ancient civilization and immerse yourself in its rich history and culture.
Rome's history spans 28 centuries. While Roman mythology dates the founding of Rome at around 753 BC, the site has been inhabited for much longer, making it a major human settlement for almost three millennia and one of the oldest continuously occupied cities in Europe. Eventually, the city successively became the capital of the Roman Kingdom, the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire, and is regarded by many as the first-ever Imperial city and metropolis.
I recently received the map on the left from my fellow author Eric Klein (click to enlarge it — it’s beautiful). This is a classic configuration for a Roman-era house, at least for thos…
From the rise of the Roman Republic to the fall of the Roman Empire, the world witnessed some of the most exceptional leaders in history. The Roman emperors, wielding immense power and influence, not only transformed the face of the ancient world but left a lasting legacy that still reverberates today. But who were the greatest Roman emperors of all time, and what made them stand out from the rest? What remarkable achievements did they accomplish during their reigns, and how did their…