Pages tagged with Rome
Well, I don’t think you’ll actually get to act like Romans but with so many things to see in Rome, I doubt you’ll have enough time to feel bad because of that. Yup, this amazing city really does have a lot to offer so if you’re planning on visiting anytime soon, check out my l...
Intention of Brutus in joining hands with the other conspirators was noble. But, he ignored the basic human psychology of the mob, their tendency to accept slavery. So, Caesar’s spirit remains deathless even now.
It seems that this astoundingly well-preserved vessel sank about 2,000 years ago en route between Spain and Italy - loaded with a full cargo of over 200 amphorae.
Pilgrimage is a way God answers our yearning to physically travel to discover God and the truths about ourselves. This page is a brief introductory commentary of my unique experiences in India.
Architect Nicola Salvi, Inspired by the sketches left by Bernini, took 30 years to finish the fountain before it stood completed in year 1762, becoming known then as the Trevi fountain.
(Part 2) Quit our jobs, sold everything, began travelling east and keep travelling east!
True story about two 30 something backpackers travelling around the world the long way around. Quit their jobs, sold all of their possessions, said good bye to their friends and family and early one morning got into a beat up old van and started driving east.
the 40 years in the desert - a different perspective...
The movie Spartacus and then the TV series starring Andy Whitfield inspired me to write this as a dedication to Andy who died far too young. He found a very special place in my heart that still remains. This article is about all of the foregoing and more...enjoy!
Historically some truly amazing substances have been used mistakenly over the years, many very dangerous, unlikely to have any effect. Victorian gentlemen who needed sexual help often ate bull testicles, rich in male sex
2012 is the year I am going to get out there and start striking off my ever growing list of places to go before I settle down & so something ‘productive’ – god forbid.
What really happened to Pilate; was his wife's prophecy true...
March 18th in the UK is Mothering Sunday. Some may say it is just another over-commercialised day that takes advantage of kids and adults alike, but giving thanks comes from the heart, not always the pocket. A fascinating insight into the Origin and Tradition of Mothering Sunday.. It ...
Surely Valentine Day is just one of those slushy days made for Lovers and Romantics everywhere isn't it? Ah perhaps today, yet it actually has a deep and historical significance should we delve deeper into its dim distant Past..Read on to discover the fascinating Origins and Tradition...
Nowadays Rome has assumed a place of worldwide importance and being most popular tourist destinations in the European Union it attracts visitors of all tastes from around the world to see such landmarks like Colosseum used for great gladiatorial combats, the Forum and the Pantheon as ...
The roots of origin of gypsies is still a mystery. They enjoy life celebrating everyday. Gypsies help villagers during the harvest season.
Evolution of orchestra throughout centuries. Major set back is lack of funding for its large size and cost.
Italy is a land of art, history, culture. Tourism is the country's leading industry.
I have travelled to Rome many times - enjoy the photos I have snapped and read my first poetic prose about the Italian capital.
The article narrates the story of ice cream--its place in royal families and how it evolved and developed further.
This is the story of Spartacus (The Gladiator who fought Rome) from how he became to be a gladiator to his final demise.
Read on to find out how one man stood up to the might of the Roman Republic,
