History of Rome ~ HistoriaRomana

The Meeting of Julius Caesar and Cleopatra: A Pivotal Moment in History

Discover the story behind Julius Caesar’s dramatic meeting with Cleopatra in 48 BCE, an encounter that reshaped the fate of Egypt and Rome.

Discover how Emperor Constantine the Great founded Constantinople in the early 4th century, shaping the future of the Roman Empire.

Discover the dramatic events of 96 AD when Emperor Domitian was assassinated in a palace conspiracy, marking the fall of the Flavian dynasty.

Explore how the Roman legions dominated ancient battlefields through superior tactics, discipline, and organization.

Discover how Roman bathhouses (thermae) served as centers of hygiene, relaxation, and social interaction in the ancient empire.

Explore the history and construction of the Circus Maximus, the greatest chariot-racing stadium of ancient Rome.

Explore the legendary origins of Rome, from the tale of Romulus and Remus to the archaeological evidence of early Roman settlements.

Discover how Roman marketplaces functioned as centers of trade, social life, and political discourse in the ancient empire.

Discover how the Pantheon, Rome’s most enduring architectural masterpiece, was built and why its engineering remains unmatched.

Explore the history of the Roman catacombs, underground burial sites that served as places of refuge and worship for early Christians.