It was the task of the six Vestal Virgins to maintain a perpetual fire burning in the Temple. The Vestal Virgins finally disbanded in AD 394.
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04
Jun
2011
House of the Vestals in Rome
27
May
2011
Arch of Titus in Rome
Erected in AD 81 by the emperor Domitian in honor of his brother, Titus, this is Rome’s oldest triumphal arch. It celebrates the victories of the emperors Vespasian and Titus in the Judaean War during which the Temple in Jerusalem was sacked and destroyed
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27
May
2011
Circus Maximus of Rome
This grass covered chariot race track built by Julius Caesar had room in stands around it for 300,000 spectators.
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20
May
2011
Palatine Hill in Rome
During the Republic the Palatine Hill was a deluxe residential area, conveniently close to the Forum. Many important figures had houses here, including Cicero, Mark Antony and the emperor Augustus.
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20
May
2011
Imperial Roman Forum in Rome
Roman Forum or, Foro Romano is, in fact, only one of a number of imperial fora, or meeting places, to be found in Rome. It was also from here that the Roman Empire was governed.
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16
May
2011
Spending New Year’s 2011 eve in Rome
Thousands of people from around the world choose to book their holidays in Rome at this time of year in order to bring in the New Year in style. Rome offers a wonderful selection of accommodation choices as well as excellent cuisine and other amenities that make any holiday worth remembering.
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07
May
2011
Special Events in Rome
Rome always has something going on in city centre and this is a combined list of some of the most well attended functions. These annual events in Rome cater to families and the art lovers in all of us.
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24
Apr
2011
The Colosseum in Rome
The Colosseum had 80 arched entrances and exits. One of these was used for the return of the triumphant gladiators from the arena.
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27
Mar
2011
The Catacombs in Rome
There are 67 known Catacombs in Rome. These are underground cemeteries – the Christian (and some pagan) burial grounds for the first four centuries.
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06
Mar
2011
Exchanging Currency in Italy
The currency exchange rate varies from country to country and of course from hour to hour. Its best to get a jump start on your vacation in Rome by getting the most money for your currency exchange.
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06
Feb
2011
Cheap Flights to Rome for Easter
With spring upon us the seat sales on most major airlines will be snapped up quickly by those planning an Easter holiday in Rome.
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17
Dec
2010
Horse and Cart Rides in Rome
Tours through Rome are also available by horse and cart and start from the Piazza di Spagna. Horse & cart (carriage) rides are available throughout the city
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12
Dec
2010
Farnesiani Gardens in Rome
Farnesiani Gardens, or the Orti Farnesiani, is in the Palatine area Originally the site of the emperor Tiberius’s palace, the Renaissance gardens preserve much of their original design.
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