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The Virtual Roman House

The Atmosphere world below represents a Roman house of a type known as a domus or atrium house. Though this particular house is an imaginary one, it incorportates elements drawn from various actual Roman houses (for example, the atrium wall decoration imitates that of the House of Sallust in Pompeii). To enter the 3D environment, click inside the i...

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Roman circuses were large entertainment buildings

Images. Found all over the Roman Empire, a circus is a building for public entertainment, including chariot racing....

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Circus, Stadia and Entertainment

Chariot racing was Rome's oldest and most popular pastime, dating back to at least the Roman monarchy. Greek chariot races were held in hippodromes in the east, but in the west they were held in circuses. Other events eventually infiltrated the circus games (ludi circenses), such as Greek athletics and wrestling, but chariot racing remained the po...

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Amphitheater

The amphitheater was a microcosm of Roman society. The seating arrangements reflected the stratification of Roman society. On a large podium the emperor had a special box and senators sat on marble seating divided into fourteen sections....

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Roman Calendars from Romulus to Julius Caesar

Story of the Roman Calendar from Romulus` time to that of Julius Caesar, including several methods used to reconcile it with solar year length....

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Walking Rome's Waters

Rome, with its rich history and stunning architecture, is a city best discovered on foot. One of the most delightful ways to explore the Eternal City is by strolling along its picturesque waterways. From the Tiber River to the numerous fountains scattered throughout the city, water plays a significant role in Rome's beauty and charm. A leisurely w...

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Early Sources of Christianity

The official Roman dislike of Christianity was surprising, for the Romans were usually quick to adopt the gods of other faiths into their own religion. For instance, when Rome conquered Greece, the Romans readily accepted the Greek gods and goddesses and their myths, and altered many established Roman deities to resemble their Greek counterparts. T...

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Roman Architecture: Construction Techniques

The recognition Ancient Romans did not receive from art historians came from modern engineers who investigated and admired the construction techniques the Romans used to build roads, aqueducts, baths, tribunals, circuses, walls and obviously temples and houses....

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Women In Ancient Christianity: The New Discoveries

In recent years, new discoveries and research have shed light on the significant roles that women played in ancient Christianity. These findings challenge traditional views and highlight the diverse contributions of women in the early Christian movement. One of the most notable discoveries is the existence of female leaders in the early Christian ...

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Engineering in the Roman World

The Roman Empire was not only a powerhouse in terms of military might and governance but also made significant contributions to engineering that laid the foundation for many modern technologies. Engineering in the Roman world encompassed a wide range of disciplines and innovations that played a crucial role in the development and expansion of the e...

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