The Ara Pacis Augustae
The Ara Pacis Augustae, or Altar of Augustan Peace, is one of the most significant monuments from ancient Rome, symbolizing peace, power, and the prosperity ushered in during the reign of...
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Meaning and Significance of Pietas in Roman Culture
In Roman culture, pietas was one of the foundational virtues that governed personal behavior and societal expectations. Its meaning encompassed a wide range of values, including duty, loyalty, devotion, and...
Ancient City of Troy
Troy, or Troíā in ancient Greek, Trōia in Latin, and known to the Hittites as Wilusa, is one of the most iconic cities in history. Immortalized as the setting of...
Most Famous Greek Demigods and their Powers
Greek mythology is replete with gods, goddesses, heroes, and, of course, demigods. Demigods, often the offspring of a divine parent and a mortal, occupy a unique place in Greek mythology....
The Rise and Fall of Carthage
Established by the Phoenicians of Tyre in the ninth century BC, Carthage (located in modern-day Tunisia) was once a small outpost on the Mediterranean that morphed into a city-state. Right...
Aeneas: The legendary Trojan hero who founded Rome
In ancient Greek and Roman mythologies, Aeneas was recognized as a gallant Trojan warrior and founder of Rome, respectively. The son of a mortal and goddess, Aeneas could be described...
Queen Dido: The Legendary Founder of the City of Carthage
Legend has it that Dido, who was a princess of Tyre, fled her home to establish her own city named Carthage (in modern-day Tunisia) around 814/3 BC. Apart from being...
