An integral part of daily life in ancient Rome, the baths gave citizens of all classes the chance to mingle, gossip and relax. They were viewed as fundamental to Roman civilization and an obvious ...

Roman Bath." We asked Aicher, author of "Guide to the Aqueducts of Ancient Rome," about the Romans' sophisticated water distribution system, including its elegant aqueducts. Here's what he told us ...

Today, charming and sleepy Ravenna is often overlooked by travelers entranced by Rome, Venice and Florence ... built on part of the site of the Baths of Diocletian. With the capacity to hold ...

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Credit: Archaeological Park of Ostia Antica Archaeologists working at Ostia Antica, an ancient Roman port city, have discovered the oldest Jewish ritual bath outside of the Middle East ...

Rome, known as the Eternal City, is a captivating blend of ancient wonders, baroque beauty and everyday Italian glamour. Like so much of Italy, Rome is a living museum—where golden light spills over ...