Rome is rooted in its cultural history. The city's works of grand architecture—the ancient ruins, Baroque temples, palaces, and basilicas—practically haunt visitors on even the most unassuming streets ...

The same travertine quarries near Rome that built St. Peter’s Basilica and the Colosseum are still being dug out today, providing the distinctive pock-marked rock to build a new generation of churches ...

For centuries, Rome’s sites have directly influenced art, architecture, and design. Examine art, design, architecture, urban spaces, and archaeological sites that are relevant to the history and ...

A new interactive 3D reconstruction of ancient Rome has been launched allowing viewers the opportunity to virtually transport themselves back in time and explore the capital of the Roman Empire as it ...

From top: Megalopolis explores a modern-day Roman Empire; Gladiator II re-creates Rome in Fort Ricasoli Credit: Megalopolis: Courtesy Lionsgate; Gladiator II: Guba Scott; Conclave: Courtesy Focus ...