The Mythical Gate of Hell at Lake Averno
Lake Averno has long been seen as the portal to the netherworld, a belief echoed by figures like Dante and Aeneas. This mystical body of … Read more
Aeneas
Ancient Rome’s Sacred Plants: History and Symbolism
Explore the Sacred Plants of Ancient Rome: Symbolism and Significance in Roman Culture The Roman Forum, one of the most iconic and historically significant sites in … Read more
Venus, The Goddess of Love and Beauty
Venus is a Roman goddess of love, beauty, desire, sex, fertility, prosperity, and victory. According to Greek mythology, Venus-Aphrodite was created from the sea foam … Read more
Anna Perenna
Anna Perenna was an ancient Roman goddess who presided over the course of the year or, more properly, the perpetual renewal of the year. The … Read more