Make Your Trip to Rome Special or just enjoy interesting history of Rome Think of Rome as a sprawling, outdoor museum. Within this museum there is a special exhibition: the sights of ancient Rome. Any good museum curates its collections to tell a distinct story. Nothing has a need for curation like a trip to Rome. This book is a way to have a curated experience in Rome, with each chapter covering a different period of Rome’s history, brought to life through the places and buildings of the eternal city. There’s something special about standing next to a monument and knowing the context— not just who built it, but why. Each of the historic buildings is organized chronologically, not geographically so the context of history flows like a story. There are also travel times, walking distances, ideas, and secrets that will make a trip to Rome more enjoyable, vivid, and satisfying. There are twelve chapters each divided into three sections 1.) A close look at the history of a building or monument. 2.) A guide to close-by dining options and travel information. 3.) A quick look at the next building to appear in Roman history. Featuring Rome's 12 Iconic Buildings Via Sacra Mamertine Prison The Temple of Caesar Ara Pacis The Mausoleum of Augustus The Colosseum Piazza Navona ThePantheon The Baths of Caracalla The Walls of Aurelian Scala Santa The Column of Phocas Immerse you in the world of the Romans, one full of drama, intrigue, and scandal Via Sacra Nothing tells the story of the rise of Rome, from Nothing tells the story of the rise of Rome, from its mythological founding at the teats of a wolf mother to its glorious empirical heights than its roads—and one road in particular, the Via Sacra, or Sacred Way, may tell the legend best. The Temple of Caesar In many ways, the story of Rome is the story of Julius Caesar. His life and career spanned countless elements of Roman society, and served as the fulcrum in the transition from Republic to Empire. The Empire would not have been possible without him. The Colosseum The Colosseum is the most famous Roman building. Indeed, it’s one of the most famous in the world. It’s so famous that it’s easy to assume that we know everything about it. But even this great building hides a few secrets from the millions of tourists that visit every year. The Column of Phocas A new Emperor seized power in Constantinople with visions of restoring the Roman Emperor to its former glory, completing the reunification of east and west, and proclaiming himself as the sovereign of the renewed Empire. To mark his eternal glory, and remind the people in the old capital of the dawning of the new era, the eastern Emperor Phocas celebrated as a new triumphal column rose in the Forum in his honor.
✔ Author(s): PHILLIP BARLAG
✔ Title: History of Rome in 12 Buildings
✔ Rating : 4.4 out of 5 base on (119 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1632651327
✔ ISBN-13: 9781632651327
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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I couldn't stop raving about this book to my friends and family. It's a literary gem that deserves all the praise. I can't wait to dive into more works by this talented author.
Josephine Alvarez
The rich historical context of the book added a layer of depth that I found fascinating. It was like stepping back in time and experiencing history firsthand.
Daphne Garner
The plot was so well-paced that I lost track of time while reading. I was completely immersed in the story, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next twist.
