The House of the Vestal Virgins, known as the “Atrium Vestae” in Latin, was a significant location in ancient Rome. Situated in the Roman Forum, it served as the residence for the Vestal Virgins, priestesses of Vesta, the goddess of the hearth. These women held a vital role in Roman society, tasked with maintaining the sacred fire of Vesta. The house, therefore, was not only a place of residence but also a central hub for religious activities. The House of the Vestal Virgins was an impressive complex, reflecting the high status of its inhabitants, and it remains an important archaeological site today.
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Barnhouse Settlement
The Barnhouse Settlement is a prehistoric village located on the island in Orkney, Scotland. The settlement was occupied from around 3300 to 2600 BC, during the Neolithic period.settlement was occupied from around 3300 to 2600 BC, during the Neolithic period.