Ancient Rome

Culture

by Natalie Aldern | Thu, 04/21/2011 - 11:10

According to legend, Rome was founded on 21 April in 753 BC, making today Rome’s 2764th birthday.The legend has it that after coupling with the god Mars, a…

Culture

House of the Vestal Virgins Reopens After 20 Years

by Natalie Aldern | Mon, 01/31/2011 - 04:17

An artist's reconstruction of the House of the Vestal VirginsAfter 20 years, the House of the Vestal Virgins has reopened in the Roman Forum.The ancient palace…

Thief Uncovers Ancient Roman Tomb

by Natalie Aldern | Tue, 01/18/2011 - 14:09

A bust of the Roman Emperor CaligulaItalian police have uncovered a long lost tomb thanks to a robbery gone awry.Caligula’s Tomb was discovered when a would-be…