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Curiosities of ancient Rome (Places)

The world of ancient Romans abounded in a number of amazing curiosities and information. The source of knowledge about the life of the Romans are mainly works left to us by ancient writers or discoveries. The Romans left behind a lot of strange information and facts that are sometimes hard to believe.

Amphitheater in Pollenzo

Roman amphitheater in Pollenzo (Roman city Pollentia) no longer exists. However, the houses built on its foundations perfectly reflect its range and appearance.

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20 February 2020
Pollenzo Amphitheater

Baiae – Roman city under water

Baiae was a fashionable Roman spa with magnificent villas, including those of Caesar and Nero, near the present city of Naples. The greater part of the ancient city is, however, due to volcanic activity under the waters of the Bay of Naples. The region is very seismically active.

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3 May 2019
Roman mosaic located under the water in Baiae

Third Venus found in Granada

In the Spanish city of Granada, a unique find was found – the statue of the goddess Venus. The discovery took place in August 2018. In 2012-2013, two other deities’ sculptures were excavated from the earth in the same area.

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10 November 2018
The third Venus was discovered in Granada

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