Mon 26 Jan 2009
Some interesting facts and insight into the Roman culture
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The modern city of Rome, as the legend was built on seven hills. A city that is accustomed to foreign influences, it is known for its architectural treasures. It is much more to Rome than we know. Here are some interesting facts are to give you an overview of the Roman culture, history and treasures.
1. The birth of the Eternal City of Rome, which was founded in 753BC by the Romans every year, 21 April. Festival Fireworks, gladiator games, the traditional Roman banquets and parades.
2. The Pantheon was built in 27 BC by Marcus Agrippa is the only monument belongs to ancient Rome, which is still intact. What is less known that he was king of Italy Vittorio Emanuele II and his successor, Umberto I, buried
3. A park of Rome, the monster as a “park.” Not because it pursues a place, but because of the grotesque murder as a raw Amazon Hercules full face, a giant with a big mouth so that people can still walk through it!
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