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Backbones of the Roman Empire

Roads, bridges, sewers, and aqueducts were the networks that connected the vast Roman Empire, which, in its heyday, encompassed an area of 5 million square kilometers. To keep it all...

Daily Life for the Romans

When the Romans come to mind, it’s easy to picture famous figures like Julius Caesar or monumental buildings like the Colosseum. But what was life really like in Ancient Rome?...

The Shortest History of Rome

Rome wasn’t built in a day—and its history can’t be told in a day, either! However, enjoy a rundown of its major moments, beginning with the tale of its founding,...

The Spooky Early History of Volterra

Fans of the popular Twilight series will probably be familiar with Volterra as the home of a clan of ancient vampires. However, learning about the early history of this fascinating...

Siena: From the City’s Founding to the Medici

The story of Siena’s founding is legendary, linking the Tuscan city with the glory of Rome, but you’ll soon find that Siena has a glory all its own. In fact,...

Lucca: A Stage for the Drama of Roman Politics

Lucca’s marshy lands made it incredibly fertile, leading the ancient Etruscans to establish a settlement here. However, they were soon overpowered by the ancient Romans, who really made the small...