Roman engineering was of the utmost importance in the development of the complex buildings which dominated the Roman era. The many arches and vaults involved in their buildings required a specific type of cement, and the improvement of the general infrastructure (streets, water systems, heating, an...
Roman concrete was known to be strong and long-lasting. Moreover, on analyzing pieces of Roman concrete that had been buried deep in the Mediterranean Sea for more than 2,000 years, researchers found that it was more durable and environmentally friendly than its modern-day equivalent. Modern c...
10. The Romans invaded land all over the world. You may have heard people say ‘the Roman Empire’ before. Well they had an empire because they didn’t stay in Rome, they went across the world invading different countries and making them part of their empire. They even invaded Britain wh...
In Rome, thesymbol SPQRis all over the city: on the coat of arms of Rome, the ancient monuments, manhole covers, and official buildings for example. But what does it mean? SPQR stands forSenātus Populusque Rōmānus; latin phrase meaning “The Senate and Roman People”. It refers to the...
Here are some interesting facts about this great and ancient city.For its first few centuries, Paris was a Roman city. There are ruins of Roman buildings such as public baths, stone fountains and a 10,000-seat arena(竞技场). In this arena, Romans gathered to watch Christians being killed...
Another fun fact about Rome is that hair dye isn’t something that you think about when picturing ancient times. Interestingly, ancient Roman women did indeed have access to hair dyes and they used them to make fashion statements. Using goat fat, Roman women were able to dye their hair in...
It has ruins of Roman buildings such as public baths,stone fountains and a 10, 000 seat arena. In this arena, Romans gathered to watch Christians being killed.There is a lovely stone bridge named Pont Neuf --- which means "New Bridge". King Henry IV had it built in the late 16h ...
Having so many people in such a small area causes overcrowding everywhere, from schools and hospitals to apartment buildings and public transport.Children are highly valued in Egypt, especially in rural areas where they help on family farms. Children are also expected to look after their parents ...
In Croatia, there are many gorgeous beaches along the Adriatic coastline, historic towns and scenic villages, ancient roman buildings and national parks to visit. Croatia has more than 1,200 islands and islets of which only 48 islands are inhabited. The island of Krk is the largest inhabited ...
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