Also located in Rome, close to the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill, theRoman Forumis the most important archeological site in the capital city. The Roman Forum used to be the city center of ancient Rome, that’s why we can find ruins of important ancient religious and administrative buildings...
Also called Isola Tiberina by the locals, this sacred island is an accumulation of volcanic rocks and deposits in the Tiber River. It’s also the only island within the boundaries of Rome. The ancient Romans dedicated it to the Greek god of healing and medicine, Aesculapius. It’s still co...
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2) The Roman Forum: Walking in the Footsteps of History Just a stone’s throw away from the Colosseum lies the Roman Forum, the heart of ancient Rome’s political, religious, and social life. As you wander through the ruins of temples, basilicas, and arches, you’ll gain insight into ...
This ancient stadium was built in 330 BC to host the great Panathenaeus, the ancestor of our modern Olympics. It was rebuilt and covered with marble in 140 AD by Herod Atticus and has a capacity of 70,000 spectators, ideal to see the gladiator fights. Forgotten after the fall of Rome,...
As for the Sphinx, its purpose is still up for debate. In ancient Egypt, the sphinxes were spiritual guardians, therefore prompting the theory that the Great Sphynx is there to guard the Great Pyramid (make sense). In the early 1900s, however, another building (the Sphinx Temple) was dis...
Maintaining Rome's historic landmarks takes a lot more than "three coins in a fountain" and a lot more than the Italian government can afford, given recent economic woes. So officials there have settled on a novel solution to their ancient problem: corporate sponsorship. The only water ...
Roman Forum in Rome The monuments and ruins of theForum Romanum(Roman Forum) are part of the most famous excavation site in the world. In ancient Roman this was the main meeting place and city square of the city. The oldest temples and structures date back to 500 BC. The oldest temple ...
As the greatest amphitheater in Rome's empire, this landmark could accommodate more than 50,000 spectators. Travelers looking for an in-depth experience should reserve a spot for LivItaly Tours' virtual reality Colosseum tour. This intimate, three-hour tour is limited to six people, skips the...