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You've heard of the Colosseum but what about all the other Roman theaters out there...
The Romans were heavily influenced by the Greeks, who had already perfected the art of open-air performances, centuries prior. Upon encountering Greek drama and architecture, they adapted both to suit their own needs...
Pyramid of Cestius: No, it's not in Egypt, it's the untold wonder of Rome...
By the 1st century BC, Egypt had captivated the Roman imagination. The Battle of the Nile in 47 BC, where Julius Caesar triumphed and entangled himself with Cleopatra, symbolized Rome’s growing obsession with Egyptian culture.
Alhambra: Every city has its charm but Granada has a masterpiece.
The Alhambra is arguably the most iconic examples of Islamic architecture in Europe. From the Roman ruins in the 9th century to “the red fortress” (literally translating from Arabic: al-Qalʻat al-Ḥamrā) in the 14th century.
The Nike of Samothrace: Beauty, Grace, and Power that inspires centuries later
Carved out of marble around 200 BCE, the Nike of Samothrace is a stunning representation of the Greek goddess of victory, Nike. The sculpture was discovered on the island of Samothrace, a place that held deep significance in ancient Greek religion.
Hallgrimskirkja: Why does this modern masterpiece (literally) look out of this world?
Towering over Reykjavik, stands Hallgrimskirkja — a church named after the Icelandic poet and cleric Hallgrímur Pétursson. When you look at it, the first thing that strikes out at you, is the incredible 240-foot spire. And its amazing. Why? Because the design might even seem familiar...
