The Romans had air-con!?

The Romans had air-con!?

Excited for the new Gladiator film? Whilst you wait for its release in November, why not learn more about the art and architecture of Ancient Rome by watching our latest film? Read on below...


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Why is the Colosseum in Rome so famous? It is the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built and the largest still standing today. The nearly 2000 year old site has been witness to executions, animal hunts, and of course, gladiator fights! Its elliptical (meaning circular) structure made up of rounded arches allowed the audience to enter and leave the arena from any direction. This ingenious design is testament to the Roman's architectural prowess and why it's our film of the week. Learn how the Romans designed their own system of air conditioning to keep the 50,000 spectators cool in the Mediterranean heat. 

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Excited for the new Gladiator film? Whilst you wait for its release in November, why not learn more about the art and architecture of Ancient Rome by watching our latest film? Read on below...

What to watch

Why is the Colosseum in Rome so famous? It is the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built and the largest still standing today. The nearly 2000 year old site has been witness to executions, animal hunts, and of course, gladiator fights! Its elliptical (meaning circular) structure made up of rounded arches allowed the audience to enter and leave the arena from any direction. This ingenious design is testament to the Roman's architectural prowess and why it's our film of the week. Learn how the Romans designed their own system of air conditioning to keep the 50,000 spectators cool in the Mediterranean heat. 
Watch Now

Did You Know...

You can actually find a little piece of Ancient Rome in London? The City Wall Vine Street is the newest museum to open in London and houses a section of Roman wall which dates back to 190AD. The wall was discovered in 1905 when an office block was built on the site. This has since been demolished and replaced with a gallery which houses a vast array of archeological objects recovered from the site. During the Roman Empire, the city was known as Londinium and was the capital of Roman Britain. Ancient Roman sites are found regularly, such as this rare mausoleum discovered just this week!

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'Masterpieces from the National Archaeological Museum of Naples' opened this week at the China Millennium Monument Art Museum in Beijing. This touring exhibition presents over 70 ancient treasures from one of the most prestigious archaeological museums in the world. This includes ancient sculptures such as the 2nd Century CE Statue of an Amazon on Horseback, and frescos from Pompeii. The exhibition is themed on beauty in relation to love, power and life, showcasing how beauty has both changed and remained constant throughout the centuries. 
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