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Take a Midday Stroll Through Ancient Rome!

What was it like to be a citizen of Ancient Rome and walk between the columns of the Pantheon? Luckily for us, this extremely detailed digital reconstruction offers us all a unique glimpse of everyday life in Ancient Rome, focusing on the key architectural landmarks of the magnificent city.

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Incredible! A Glimpse Into What Ancient Rome Looked Like

Touring the ruins of the city of Rome, I cannot help but wish to get a glimpse of what Ancient Rome must have looked like in all its splendor.

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What Were the Best Paid Jobs in Ancient Rome?

This post answers the intriguing question - which workers had the best-paying jobs in Ancient Rome? Was it agricultural workers, lawyers, or artists? We won't spoil anything, but we'll say this: not much has changed in 2,000+ years since Ancient Roman times.

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Meet Every Known Type of Gladiator from Ancient Rome

We’ve all heard or read stories about the gladiators of Ancient Rome. But did you know that each of these gladiators used unique equipment based on their fighting style?

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Why Was Hannibal Considered Rome’s Most Dangerous Enemy?

The ancient military general crossed the Alps with elephants and almost succeeded in bringing Rome to its knees. However, there’s so much more to Hannibal than the things we read in our school books. Learn these little-known facts about the famous general’s life and career in this video.

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These Ancient Roman Buildings Amaze Architects to This Day

The architects of Ancient Greece and Rome laid the groundwork for modern city building, devising such key concepts as the arch, the column, and they even invented concrete. Just think about it, some of the roads they built two thousand years ago are still used as such to this day!

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Discover the Weirdest Foods From Ancient Roman Cuisine

However, while you may salivate at the thought of tasting delicious Italian dishes today, you may have had your stomach in knots had you lived in ancient Rome. In this video, you will get to discover some of the weirdest foods from ancient Roman cuisine.

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5 Ancient Roman Buildings Still Inhabited Today

Ancient Romans are renowned for their incredibly sturdy architecture. We've all heard about the Roman roads and aqueducts that are used in Europe to this day. But few of us are aware that many Roman homes have stood the test of time and remain inhabited to this day.

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Astounding! The Sound of 14 Ancient Languages of the World

The same way we're used to hearing English spoken on the streets today, the streets of ancient cities worldwide were filled with chatter in the Egyptian, Latin, and Mayan tongues, to name just a few.

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Check Out the Coolest Military Tools of the Ancient World

Ancient civilizations were characterized by warfare and political turmoil. Warring empires often invented unique military weapons to get an edge over other enemy militaries. These amazing inventions included artificial claws, robust shields, and devices with frighteningly sharp blades.

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Did You Know That Ancient Romans Traveled to China?

We must admit that those Ancient Romans were quite the travelers! But just how far did their empire manage to spread? This video will take you through the farthest points on the globe reached by Ancient Roman voyagers. How Far Did the Romans Go?

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4 Ancient Roman Treasures Destroyed in World War II

Here are those 4 treasures. 4 Ancient Roman Treasures Destroyed in World War II world war 2, lost, World War II, ancient Rome, destroy, treasure, treasures, art history, history video, toldinstone World War II is the most destructive military conflict in history.