Aquincum was an ancient Roman city located near present-day Budapest, Hungary. It served as an important military and civilian hub during the Roman Empire. The city developed along the banks of the Danube River, which played a crucial role in its growth and strategic importance.Early HistoryAquincum’s origins date back to around the 1st century AD….
Monumental Structures
Apamea
Apamea, an ancient city located in modern-day Syria, played a crucial role in the Hellenistic and Roman eras. Founded by Seleucus I Nicator around 300 BC, it became one of the major cities of the Seleucid Empire. Apamea’s strategic location on the Orontes River facilitated its rise as a hub of trade and culture.Historical BackgroundApamea…
Vulci
Vulci was an important Etruscan city located in what is now the Lazio region of Italy. Its peak spanned from the 9th century BC to the Roman conquest in the 3rd century BC. Vulci held significant political and economic power within Etruria due to its location and wealth, largely derived from trade and agriculture.Historical OverviewVulci…
Assur
Assur, also known as Ashur, was an ancient city, religious capital, and the namesake of the Assyrian Empire. It is located on the western bank of the Tigris River in northern Mesopotamia, in modern-day Iraq. The city holds immense historical significance due to its role as a political and religious center over several millennia. Assur…
Seahenge
Seahenge is a prehistoric timber circle discovered off the coast of Norfolk, England, in 1998. This remarkable structure dates back to 2049 BC, during the early Bronze Age. Also known as Holme I, the site provides a rare glimpse into ancient ritual practices.Discovery and ExcavationSeahenge was uncovered in the sand at Holme-next-the-Sea due to coastal…
Verulamium
Verulamium was an important town in Roman Britain. Located near present-day St Albans in Hertfordshire, England, it was one of the largest cities in the province. The settlement developed around AD 43 after the Roman invasion of Britain, but its history predates the Romans.Pre-Roman HistoryBefore the Romans arrived, the area was already a significant settlement…