Estimated Reading Time:2min 25 sec After 50 years, the famous Domus Tiberiana, the first palace of Roman emperors reopens to the public. Entering… Read more
Iulius the “provocatores”; a special gladiator
Estimated reading time: 5min 23 sec Do you want to know the story of Iulius the “provocatores”, a special gladiator? Read on if… Read more
The “venatio” at the Colosseum
Estimated Reading Time: 3min 15 sec Did you know that there were more than gladiator fights at the Colosseum? Do you know what… Read more
The statue of the lion that kills the horse of the Capitoline Museums
Estimated Reading Time: 4 min 4 sec While walking among the wonders of the Capitoline Museums in Rome, right next to the famous… Read more
The Arch of Septimius Severus, advertising in marble
Estimated Reading Time: 4 min 17 sec The arch of Septimius Severus is a way to advertise using marble. Have you ever wondered… Read more
The famous sarcophagus of the spouses
Have you ever seen the famous sarcophagus of the spouses? It is a masterpiece known throughout the world. It is one of the… Read more
Crepereia and her doll
We would like to share a different story. The beautiful but sad story of Crepereia and her doll. It is the story of… Read more
Largo di Torre Argentina and the cat sanctuary
While walking around Rome, you may pass by Largo di Torre Argentina and the cat sanctuary. You may be astonished by the presence… Read more
Why are Roman bridges and aqueducts still standing?
Why are Roman bridges and aqueducts still standing? There is a scientist who has discovered why Roman bridges and aqueducts are still standing… Read more
Have you ever heard of Berenice’s ghost?
Have you ever heard of the legend of Berenice’s ghost? Rome is not only a concentration of history, culture and tradition. The eternal… Read more
Why is there a Vicolo dell’Atleta in Trastevere?
Did you know that in Rome, some streets have names that tell a story? This is the case of the famous Vicolo dell’Atleta… Read more
Did you know Rome had a sorcerer as pope?
Did you know Rome had a sorcerer as pope? In a very difficult period, almost at the end of the first millennium, there… Read more