Ancient Roman baths
Although the Greeks invented the bathing regimen, which then became the foundation for modern spa procedures, the ancient Romans elevated it to an art form. Baths became the center of social and cultural life. Thanks to its complicated system of aqueducts, the Romans always had fresh water readily available. The bath structures ranged from pretty…
The Villa of the Mysteries: History untouched
One of the things uncovered in 1909 after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD is The Villa of the Mysteries (Italian: Villa dei Misteri). A well-preserved suburban ancient Roman villa on the outskirts of Pompeii, it is famous for a series of exquisite frescos in one room, which are usually thought to show…
The Colosseum: The ins and outs of the World Wonder
It’s well-known that Rome wasn’t built in a day. However, did you know that the Colosseum was built in just five years? That kind of feat is incredibly impressive, especially since it was the biggest amphitheatre ever built. Its elliptical structure is 189 meters (620 feet) long and 156 meters (512 feet) wide, with a…