We asked Aicher, author of "Guide to the Aqueducts of Ancient Rome," about the Romans' sophisticated water distribution system, including its elegant aqueducts. Here's what he told us: NOVA ...

A cross inlaid in the floor of a library marks the spot where Indiana Jones has to dig to access the ancient catacombs of ... To find catacombs, go to Rome, home of some of the oldest and longest ...

The restored Pyramid of Cestius, a somewhat bizarre mausoleum in Rome, adds range to the city's already eclectic patchwork of ...

The earliest Roman armies emerged around the mid 6th century BC onwards, when Rome was just one Italian ... likely adopted ...

He tried to invade Britain twice but failed. Things didn’t end happily for him, when some people in Rome thought he was getting too big for his boots – I mean sandals – they killed him in 44BC.

With its mix of modern and ancient architecture, beautifully curated exhibitions, and the best wine bars, Rome will never give you the same experience twice. Between Vatican City, the Trevi ...

During the restorations, visitors will be able to see the famous site via a temporary walkway, which officials will use to ...

When in Rome, it's a must do for visitors: turn your back to the Trevi Fountain and flip a coin over your shoulder while ...

So blessed to see the ancient scaffolding of Rome." The restoration work is reportedly part of preparations for the 2025 Roman Catholic Holy Year. According to Reuters, the Vatican expects up to ...

The release of Cecil B. DeMille’s Samson and Delilah in 1949 heralded the return of the ancient world to the screen. It’s a movie filled with blood, desire, and a doomed romance, as the ...

Researchers studying the ancient site of Fregellae reveal the consequences of challenging the Roman army Julia Binswanger The artifact likely belonged to the Picts, who occupied a large settlement ...