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Rome is arguably the fashion capital of the world. From vintage stores to flea markets, here are the best places for affordable shopping in the Eternal City.
Rome is a fashionable city, so naturally, you'll want to pack your best clothes, right? But there are other more practical considerations to keep in mind.
We can probably safely assume Rome, in many areas, was likely pretty dirty and rank-smelling. That said, there's evidence of ...
It is believed that the bikini was a 20th century invention, but an ancient mosaic reveals women in Rome wore it while ...
A collection of ancient Roman coins amassed by a former Latin teacher from Connecticut was sold at auction for over $1 million this week.
Politics Ancient Rome, Modern Violence History shows that there are few slopes so slippery as the descent into political violence.
Birds were prominent figures in ancient Rome. Certain owls and eagles were considered powerful divinatory omens, while smaller avian species like thrushes were popular as both pets and meals.
This episode explores the labor that sustained Rome's bustling economy and vibrant urban life. Discover the diverse jobs of ancient Rome, from prestigious careers like soldiers and artisans to the ...
Rome, Italy, is teeming with ancient Roman ruins as grand as the Colosseum and as unique as the Pantheon. But the city also has some remarkably relatable ruins — like a 1,700-year-old “dry ...
A new book tells the history of the ancient world through women and what they had to say about their own sexuality – flying in the face of misogynist male stereotypes.