Archaeologists have recently unearthed the remarkably well-preserved remains of a dog from ancient Rome, shedding light on the widespread practice of ritual sacrifice in antiquity.

(Andrew Medichini/AP) Construction in Rome, from ancient buildings to restoration projects today, has often involved the reuse and recycling of materials, said Renata Cristina Mazzantini ...

Archaeologists launch a project to analyze 4,000 Roman bricks from Trier, Germany, revealing insights into ancient building ...

The ancient Rome that remains today is one of fabulous marble buildings, built with superb skill to enormous scale. It is impressive now – it would have been even more impressive 2,000 years ago.

Taking the train from Rome to Naples, you’ll find yourself in a city with a unique charm and energy. Naples is home to the ...

The vault relies on the architectural principles that guided the construction of ancient Roman buildings, such as a 33-acre public bathhouse in central Rome that still stands today. The more ...

Archaeologists in Italy have recently discovered ancient Roman tombs while excavating a necropolis, including one with a gladiator's epitaph. Coins, lamps and vases were also found.

Learn fundamentals of neoclassical architecture, including the history behind this 18th-century style and famous ...

is one of the best-preserved ancient Roman buildings. Its impressive dome, with a central oculus that lets in natural light, is an architectural marvel. The Pantheon is now a church and a burial ...

After an earthquake damaged the building, construction crews started working in the basement and unearthed the forgotten Roman ruins. Take a look.

After an earthquake damaged a city hall in Croatia, renovation work on the building’s basement unearthed the ruins of an ancient Roman theater. Photo from Croatia’s Ministry of Culture and ...