We can probably safely assume Rome, in many areas, was likely pretty dirty and rank-smelling. That said, there’s evidence of perfumes, incense and even deodorants.

Perched on a hill overlooking the town of Alès, the site, which was salvaged before construction on modern houses began, also ...

In this video, we explain the Gladiators of Ancient Rome in a quick and brutal two and a bit minutes. California Department ...

The Via della Conciliazione, the grand avenue leading to St. Peter’s Square, was transformed on Sunday into a vibrant ...

It’s not coincidental that today’s optional memorial follows the Solemnity of Peter and Paul. Sts. Peter and Paul stand at ...

By Peter Edwell for The ConversationStanding in the vast ruins of the Baths of Caracalla in Rome, hundreds of gulls circle above. Their haunting cries echo voices from 1,800 years ago.

In a way, we have rewritten the history of art,” explained Barbara Jatta, director of the Vatican Museums, during a ...

Walking through the streets of Rome, it's obvious that the Eternal City takes its history seriously. Remnants of the past are immaculately preserved wherever you go, including one of the stops in our ...

The Vatican Museums has unveiled the last and most important of the restored Raphael Rooms. These are the spectacularly frescoed reception rooms of the Apostolic Palace that in some ways rival the ...

Pantheon: See one of Rome's ancient temples is ranked #6 out of 26 things to do in Rome. See pictures and our review of Pantheon: See one of Rome's ancient temples.

Then, in 2018, after a century of fruitless efforts, scientists announced the discovery of ancient Roman ruins beneath the surface of the lake in Iznik, Turkey. Mustafa Şahin, ...

Enjoy panoramic views of Rome from Colle del Gianicolo is ranked #22 out of 26 things to do in Rome. ... The Colosseum is one of the most famous and fascinating ancient sites in the world.