Italy brings ancient history to life, making it feel as though it happened just yesterday. Rome captivates with its magnificent Colosseum and sprawling Forum, while Pompeii offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of those who lived in 79 AD, their daily routines abruptly frozen in time and now uncovered through archaeology.
The aroma of fresh bread filled the air as Gaius pulled new loaves from the oven. Although he was a slave, he ran this small bakery, built into the front of the House of the Faun. Gaius opened the door to let the aroma waft down the basalt stone street, drawing in more customers. He […]
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“When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” However, with the density of tourism to Rome, visitors can often outnumber locals. So, how does one know what the Romans do—or don’t? Or maybe the saying is to do as the ancient Romans did. So we look to the statues that remain for inspiration. “Does that
