Curiosities of ancient Rome (Monuments)

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Monuments are curiosities dedicated to the preserved buildings, ruins, and material remains of the ancient Roman world. This category includes lesser-known facts, interesting details, and unusual information about Roman monuments, their history, function, and significance for understanding the history of the Roman Empire.

Domus Gai – Caligula’s palace in Forum Romanum

The Caligula Palace called “Domus Gai” or “Domus Caligolae” was actually part of the extensive imperial complex located at the foot of the Palatine, next to the Forum, at the back of the temple of…Więcej

Catacombs of Saint Callixtus

In the first century, the Christians of Rome did not have their own cemeteries and used common burial places. For this reason, Saint. Peter was buried on Vatican Hill accessible to everyone; similarly, saint Paul…Więcej

Monument to Trajan’s victory over Dacians

Trajan’s Column (COLVMNA·TRAIANI) is a monument to the victory of Emperor Trajan over the Dakis in the wars in 101-102 and 105-106 CE Financed from enormous spoils of war since the year 113 CE, it…Więcej

Roman baths in Khenchela are still in use

Roman baths (Aquae Flavianae) were created during the reign of the Flavian dynasty, at the end of the 1st century CE. The site is located in the Aurès Mountains – mountain range in Khenchel province…Więcej

Roman ruins in Troia, Portugal

The Troia Peninsula, located south of Setubal and Lisbon (Portugal), played a very important role in the fisheries sector in Roman times. The center operated until the 6th century CE. The center was probably founded…Więcej

Roman ruins in Miróbriga

Near Santiago do Cacem (southwestern Portugal) there are remains of the Roman town Mirobriga Celticorum. To this day, we can admire monumental stone structures. The city had its own forum around which trade developed and…Więcej

Roman temple in Evora

Roman temple in Evora (Portugal) is also known (erroneously) as the temple of Diana – the Roman goddess of the moon, hunting and nature. The preserved ruins are in very good condition and are a…Więcej

Roman villa Sao Cucufate near Vidigueira

In the south of Portugal, near the town of Vidigueira, there are remains of a large Roman villa, which dates back to the first century CE. Scientists were able to determine three separate phases of…Więcej

Roman theater in Lisbon

Roman theater in Lisbon (in Roman times Olisipo) was founded in the early 1st century CE. His discovery was made in 1798 after the city was destroyed by an earthquake in 1755. Its semi-circular structure…Więcej

Roman ruins of Cerro da Vila

Roman ruins of Cerro da Vila are in the Algarve region, in the south of Portugal, near the coastal area of Vilamoura. Romans began their presence in this region in the 2nd century BCE and…Więcej

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