architectural ruins

Ruins of the Forum of Nerva, Etienne Duperac, 1575.
Ruins of Time: The Destroyed Monuments of Ancient Rome
Even before the end of antiquity, the monuments of ancient Rome were cannibalized to build new structures. Columns were repurposed and marble decoration was stripped and recut or burnt for lime…
A new fresco uncovered from a house in Regio IX (region 9) at the city of Pompeii depicting Paris of Troy persuading Helen to run away with him, thus providing the catalyst for the Trojan War. These new frescoes are some of the finest examples to date and showcase details often lost over time in other ancient paintings.
The 10 Biggest Archaeological Discoveries in 2024
In the world of archaeology, 2024 was a busy year with many discoveries and breakthroughs in the study of humankind’s past. Countless archaeological projects pushed chronological boundaries, changed…
Pompeii excavations with Mount Vesuvius, 2011. License
Archaeological Discoveries and Pop Culture Controversy In Pompeii
Two more victims of the 79 AD Mount Vesuvius eruption were discovered on August 12th, amidst rumors that pop-icon Madonna would be celebrating her 66th birthday at the historical site’s amphitheater…
The Wildbad as it appears today (June 2024).
The Forgotten Ruins of The San Candido Baths
The San Candido Baths ruins are the remains of a peculiar building located near the town of S. Candido, in Südtirol, Italy. It is possible to admire them after taking a relatively short walk in the…