Exploring the Roman World
Romans occupied and ruled , albeit briefly in some areas, over a vast area that centred on the Mediterranean Sea. Dotted about this area are the remains of some of the most extraordinary ancient architecture and art. From the Colosseum in Rome to Hadrian’s Wall in northern England. People travel from far and wide to see their ‘bucket list’ sites. Others dedicate much of their leisure travel to visiting Roman sites. Whatever your level of interest, this continually developing guide aims to be the definitive guide to the many Roman sites and museums you can visit.
Featured Destination
Nemausus ~ Roman Nîmes
From beef Bourguignon to Burgundy wines, the region that was once one of the most powerful medieval kingdoms in Europe today attracts visitors for its history and culture as it does its gastronomic heritage.
Autun
Corbridge
Jublains
Ostia
Rome
Map of the Roman Empire
Countries that Make Up the Roman World
From Portugal and Wales in the west to southwestern Iran in the East. From southern Egypt to Scotland in the north.
