Transitions of power were rarely smooth in ancient Rome. Firstly, the Roman Republic operated on an electoral system so complicated that it makes the US Electoral College or British Parliament seem as sensible as they are logical. The Republic’s many […]
Access restricted areas of the world’s most famous amphitheatre through our Colosseum Underground tours! Around 1,300 years ago, a travelling English monk called Bede looked upon the magnificent ruins of the already ancient Colosseum and wrote, “While the Colosseum stands, […]
Few of Rome’s early emperors have such an undeservedly damning reputation as Domitian (81 – 96 AD). He comes down to us as the black sheep of the Flavian dynasty. A cruel, ruthless autocrat. A powerful, paranoid psychopath who purged […]
Everybody knows you eat well in Italy, but finding the right places can be pretty challenging. As Rome springs back to life, so too do its tourist traps, briefly obliged to reduce their prices for locals, but now upping them […]
If the mad, bad, and dangerous-t0-know emperor Nero is famous for one thing it’s fiddling while Rome burned. The image of him performing with glee as the imperial capital burned around him has entered our lexicon. Serving as a metaphor […]
Practical tips for an unforgettable visit to Rome Originally known as Amphitheatrum Flavium, the Colosseum is the most famous and imposing monument to have survived from ancient Rome. Every year, around 5 million visitors enter inside, soaking up its ambience […]
The Roman Jewish community – among religion, heritage and culture If you want to discover an authentic side of Rome, and have visited the most famous attractions, such as the Colosseum and the Vatican, why not venture off the beaten path on one […]
Ancient Roman attitudes towards sex were nothing if not direct. For example, it is from the Roman term for the sheath of one’s sword that we have our word “vagina!” Macho and militaristic, elite Roman culture revolved as much around […]
The emperor Caligula (37-41 CE) has gone down as one of Rome’s worst. During his short reign, the mad, bad, and dangerous-to-know emperor caused mayhem among the Roman elite. He demanded senators worship him as a god, brazenly took their […]
How and where to enjoy food and wine in Rome Taking a trip to Italy is an experience unlike any other. Its incredible blend of history, culture, fashion and cuisine is unrivalled anywhere else in the world; other country can […]
