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…
Architecture
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: The Magnificent 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…
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 harks…
Largo di Torre Argentina in Rome to be made accessible to public
Rather than a single temple, the Largo di Torre Argentina in Rome (in what constituted ancient Campus Martius) is a part of a square that…
Ancient fortress in Bactria uncovered by archaeologists
Bactria, encompassing parts of modern-day Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, was counted among one of the easternmost provinces of the Achaemenid Persian Empire and the later…
6 interesting things you should know about the Taj Mahal
Superlatives, hyperboles, and romanticism – these three literary vehicles are pretty common when describing the one-and-only Taj Mahal. And, after personally witnessing the monument at…
The Great Pyramid of Giza: 10 Incredible Things You Should Know
The Great Pyramid of Giza from Ancient Egypt has always demanded awe and recognition from us ‘mortals’, and rightly so. The incredible architectural specimen was built in…
Restoration complete for the magnificent Etruscan ‘Tomb of the Shields’
The Etruscan Necropolis of Monterozzi in Tarquinia stands testament to the artistic achievements and capabilities of the ancient Italic people. Within this perimeter, the Tomb…
10 Incredible Things You Should Know About the Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel, in the Apostolic Palace, the official residence of the Pope, is one of Rome’s most popular and prized historic sites. Set within…
