Not all ancient Roman buildings are museums or archaeological sites. Some have been quietly used and re-used for two thousand years as the city and world changed around them. This video explores seven of the most remarkable survivals in and around the city of Rome. The linked map shows the location of every building mentioned in this video and its sequel:
https://toldinstone.com/roman-buildings-hidden-in-plain-sight/
For much more on the city of Rome, check out my book “Naked Statues, Fat Gladiators, and War Elephants: Frequently Asked Questions about the Ancient Greeks and Romans.”
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
1:06 The Basilica on the Via in Selci
3:20 The Mysterious Portico
4:25 The Arch of Malborghetto
6:02 The Mansion on the Clivo di Scauro
7:44 Santa Pudenziana
8:58 Santa Croce in Gerusalemme
11:07 The Theater of Pompey
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