ContentsShort History of Alexandria The Great Library of Alexandria The Serapeum of Alexandria The Lighthouse of Alexandria Short History of Alexandria Alexander the Great possibly christened around…
A Brief History of Trajan’s Column – A monument erected in commemoration of Emperor Trajan’s victory over the Dacians (who lived in what is now…
When it comes to the sheer scope of the Roman architectural prowess, we tend to relate to the fascinating legacy mostly through the expansive ruins…
Unlike other ancient theaters, the oval-shaped, freestanding amphitheater was a Roman invention. And, as the jewel in the crown of such imposing Roman-made architectural specimens,…
Historically, the Parthian Empire (247 BC – 224 AD), mainly based in Persia and lower reaches of Khorasan, was the Eastern rival to the Roman…
While it may seem that the scope of modern construction with its ‘pillars’ of concrete and glass has taken the advanced path, the vast scope…
Introduction Pompeii, the ancient Roman town-city near modern Naples, boasted an assortment of baths, houses, temples, public structures, graffiti, frescoes, and even a gymnasium and…
Introduction – Credit: Jean-Claude Glovin Boasting a ‘perpetual’ construction process that spanned over two millennia (circa 21st century BC to 1st century AD), the ancient…
The Lord of Isles alludes to a unique parcel of medieval history – with the title belonging to a particular branch of the Scottish nobility…
The legacy of Pompeii, while often tied to the Vesuvius eruption, goes beyond the catastrophe to account for an incredible chapter of history – ranging…
