Ancient Rome - BBC News
Dec 10, 2022 · The reptile's 2,000-year-old remains are discovered by archaeologists buried in volcanic ash and rock. All the latest content about Ancient Rome from the BBC.
Rome opens new archaeological park and museum ... - Associated Press News
Jan 11, 2024 · ROME (AP) — Rome authorities on Thursday inaugurated a new archaeological park and museum in the shadow of the Colosseum that features an original marble map of Ancient Rome that visitors can literally walk over.
Ancient Rome’s Appian Way Is Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Jul 29, 2024 · Rome’s Appian Way, an ancient highway dating to the fourth century B.C.E., has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Also known as the longarum regina viarum (“queen of long-distance...
Monumental ancient map re-emerges in new Rome museum
Jan 11, 2024 · A marble map of ancient Rome, that hasn't been put on public view for almost 100 years, is getting its very own museum within sight of the Colosseum.
Articles tagged as Ancient Rome - Smithsonian Magazine
Oct 28, 2024 · Rome's Ancient Arch of Constantine Has Been Struck by Lightning. A fierce thunderstorm dislodged marble fragments of the 1,700-year-old monument. Sonja Anderson. September 6, 2024.
The Domus Tiberiana in Rome reopens after 50 years | CNN
Dec 14, 2023 · The ancient imperial palace, described as a “lost jewel” is once again welcoming visitors after a painstaking six-year renovation.
Ancient Roman temple complex, with ruins of ... - Associated Press News
Jun 19, 2023 · ROME (AP) — Four temples from ancient Rome, dating back as far as the 3rd century B.C. stand smack in the middle of one of the modern city’s busiest crossroads.
Rome Colosseum: Italy unveils plan for new floor with gladiator ... - BBC
May 2, 2021 · The Italian government has approved a plan to furnish Rome's ancient Colosseum with a new floor, giving visitors the chance to stand where gladiators once fought.
Archaeologists Uncover 'Exceptional' Ancient Mural Near Colosseum
Dec 21, 2023 · A team with Rome’s Colosseum Archaeological Park has uncovered a pristine mural—crafted of shells, stones, minerals and imported tiles—that serves as an example of luxuria from more than ...
Rome Colosseum: Italy unveils plan for new floor with gladiator
May 2, 2021 · The Italian government has approved a plan to furnish Rome's ancient Colosseum with a new floor, giving visitors the chance to stand where gladiators once fought.