New Discoveries at the Small Temple of Paestum: Eros and Dolphins
Excavations at the temple have unearthed hundreds of votive offerings, statues, and altars. Among the findings are a stone base with access steps and a … Read more
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The Sabines: A Glimpse into an Ancient Italic Tribe
The Sabine Influence on Early Rome: A Lasting Impact. The Sabines, who lived in central Italy during the archaic period, were an ancient Italic people. … Read more
The Magic Rites Complex in Pompeii
The Magic Rites Complex (il Complesso dei Riti Magici) in Pompeii is a historical residence that was utilized for the practice of magic and occult … Read more
Life-Size Marble Statue of Hercules Discovered in Scott Park near Appia Antica in Rome
Uncovering the Past: The Discovery of a Life-Size Marble Statue of Hercules in Scott Park during Sewer Conduit Overhaul The Appia Antica Archaeological Park announced … Read more
Gaius Appuleius Diocles: The Greatest Roman Charioteer
Uncovering the Records of Ancient Rome’s Highest-Earning Athlete: Gaius Appuleius Diocles Gaius Appuleius Diocles was a Roman charioteer who is widely considered to be one … Read more
The Etruscan civilization: History, Facts and Art
Discovering the Fascinating Culture of the Etrurian Civilization The Etrurians were an ancient civilization that lived in the central part of Italy, in a region … Read more
Roman Numerals: Origin, Facts and Usage with Images
Exploring the Fascinating History and Modern Use of Roman Numerals: From their Ancient Origins to their Role in Modern-Day Design The Roman numeral system is … Read more
24 Etrurian and Roman statues discovered in San Casciano dei Bagni, Italy
Extraordinary new bronze statues discovered at sanctuary in San Casciano dei Bagni, Italy. During the excavation campaign at the Etruscan-Roman sanctuary connected to the ancient … Read more
Romulus: History & Facts of the Founder of Rome
The legend of Romulus, the first king of Rome Romulus ( Alba Longa, March 24, 771 B.C.E. – Rome, July 5 or 716 B.C.E.) twin … Read more
The Seven Legendary Kings of Rome
The mythical seven kings of Rome: myths, history & facts The seven kings of Rome, according to legend, were the first kings who ruled Rome … Read more
The Most Important Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Rome
A comprehensive list of more than 300 Roman gods, deities, and supernatural beings. Ancient Roman deities are the gods and goddesses worshipped in the ancient … Read more
Manes, the chthonic deities in ancient Roman religion
The Manes or Di Manes are chthonic deities in ancient Roman religion who are often supposed to symbolize the spirits of departed loved ones. They … Read more
