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In modern Iraq, the ruins of ancient Babylon have witnessed epochs of historic turmoil. They now face an uncertain future, but still have the power to amaze.
It shapes the world we live in in profound ways that are not always fully appreciated as they are normally taken for granted. Greek architecture does remind us of the importance of harmony, balance, ...
New bill aims to reverse decades of ugly federal building construction by mandating preference for classical architecture that reflects American values.
Did ancient Romans collect fossils? New discovery offers a clue. Did ancient Romans collect fossils? New discovery offers a clue. The most expensive mistake in ancient Roman history The most expensive ...
Imagine stepping into a 2,500-year-old tomb—without ever leaving your sofa. Using advanced digital technology, Swedish ...
HOTELS: Located near some of Rome’s top attractions, Robyn Wilson explains how she was just as impressed by Anantara Palazzo ...
From Zeus at Olympia to the Lighthouse of Alexandria, coins and medals preserve rare glimpses of the Seven Wonders of the ...
Sewer workers in Italy discovered a 2,300-year-old Messapian tomb from the 4th century B.C. in Manduria, containing ceramic ...
Trump’s Executive Order imposes authoritarian aesthetics for buildings, codifies kitsch and signals a broader assault on ...
Architecture has truly become a labor of love for Coan, and she said she wouldn't have gotten to this point without plenty of ...
Rome’s Colosseum not only hosted gladiatorial games, but also animal hunts, mock-up naval battles, and even a few plays.
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Ancient Rome Explained in 1 Minute

From a small city-state on the Tiber, Rome grew into a vast empire spanning Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Its ...