Ancient Rome is pretty incredible when you think about it because once you realize how old everything is...you are completely awestruck. Palatine Hill has exististed since 1000 B.C.
Many affluent Romans of the Republican period had their residences there. The ruins of the palaces of Augustus, Tiberius, and Domitian can still be seen. Augustus also built a temple to Apollo here, beside his house.
A room in Augustus' palace.
Roman Forum
- The Roman Forum, was the central area around which ancient Rome developed, in which commerce and the administration of justice took place. The communal hearth was also located here. It was built on the site of a past cemetery.
Arch of Titus 
Coliseum
- Originally capable of seating around 50,000 spectators, the Colosseum was used for gladatorial contests and public spectacles. It remained in use for nearly 500 years with the last recorded games being held there as late as the 6th century. It was constructed between 70 and 72 AD under the emperor Vespasian and was completed in 80 AD under Titus.
4 comments:
How awesome is that?? I'm pretty jealous that you're traveling all over:) I'm glad you had a good time!
You take great pictures...still making me very jealous!
Wow Danielle you look like a hottieeeeeee in that pic with your friend:) Those are beautiful pics and I am sure it was just breath taking being there in person. Thx for sharing, I can't wait for tomorrow's pics:)
I'm stinkin jealous! It is so beautiful and looks like so much fun!
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