Colosseum of Ancient Rome: Historical Facts and Reconstructions
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,…
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Ancient Parthian Narin Citadel To Be Renovated With Authentic Materials
Historically, the Parthian Empire (247 BC – 224 AD), mainly based in Persia and lower reaches of Khorasan, was the Eastern rival to the Roman…
10 Exceptional Man-Made Ancient Structures Ahead Of Their Time
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…
Pompeii: History, Reconstruction, and Architecture of the Ancient Italian City
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 a…
Karnak Temple: History and Reconstruction of the Ancient Egyptian Complex
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…
Finlaggan, The Stronghold Of The Lords of Isles, Has Been Digitally Reconstructed
The Lord of Isles alludes to a unique parcel of medieval history – with the title belonging to a particular branch of the Scottish nobility…
Romans Used Molten Iron For Repairing Streets In Ancient Pompeii
The legacy of Pompeii, while often tied to the Vesuvius eruption, goes beyond the catastrophe to account for an incredible chapter of history – ranging…
The Cella Of Parthenon To Be Restored To Its Former Glory
Historically, the construction of Parthenon, in circa 438 BC, in many ways reflected the upbeat mood of the Athenians in the late 5th century BC….
Herod’s Temple: History and Reconstruction of the Second Temple of Jerusalem
There are very few historical ruins in the world that have held up their legacy so much so that they still play a significant role…
Ancient Babylon: History and Reconstruction of the Ancient Mesopotamian City
Introduction – When it comes to the historically rich region of Mesopotamia, Babylon is arguably the most renowned of all cities. An ancient settlement that…
