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The basilica was an important public and administrative structure in any Roman forum. The basilicas of the Forum Romanum were among some of the largest and grandest.

The monuments in the Forum Romanum celebrate Rome's military victories, the men responsible for them, and the sacred areas that date back to the founding of the city.

The temples built during the period of the Roman Republic were some of the most sacred and important buildings in the city of Rome.

A forum was an integral aspect of a Roman city. It was where all major political and commercial activity occurred, and was where the people of a Roman town gathered.

The Roman forum of Sabratha was uniquely placed for its commercial role in the city. A number of its civic buildings also remain

Definition of the glossary term Forum

Built by Septimius Severus as the centre piece of his building programme, the second century Roman forum and basilica at Leptis Magna remain impressive today.

Follow in the footsteps of Roman Emperors Julius Caesar and Vespasian, and visit the sites where gladiators fought and died and where Roman history was made.

The Fora dedicated to the Emperors of Rome were not only monumental and ceremonial, but they also served to provide more gathering space for Roman people and officials.

The Forum Romanum was the political and religious center of the city of Rome. The government buildings were both functional and symbolic examples of its power.

After The Spanish Steps, visit the Castel Sant'Angelo,Saint Peters Square and the Foro Romano (Roman Forum). All essential stops on that perfect Roman holiday

Romans brought Jewish slaves to Italy; papal decree put them into a ghetto often flooded by the Tiber; and Nazis rounded them up. But Rome's Jewish Ghetto remains vital.

Rome travel is a good way to glimpse parts of ancient Roman history. There's a ton of history in this city and below is only a sample of places to witness the past.

For good value refreshments near the Roman Forum and Colosseo Metro Stop, obey the golden rule: Never buy anything in the vicinity of a man dressed as a gladiator.

Jerash is one of the largest and best preserved Roman sites in the world. See what ancient Rome was really like. Less than an hour's drive from the capital Amman.

Many hotels are located off Via Cavour, one of Rome's primary avenues, making it easy for visitors to begin their exploration of the city with a walking tour.

If travelers only have a day to spare in the Italian capital, it's unlikely they will be disappointed, as there is plenty to see and do in the Eternal City.

Romanesque, Baroque and Renaissance churches are each within a few steps of Piazza del Duomo, and all are must-see sights for travellers in Milan.

It was believed that the Romans erased all traces of Punic Carthage. But preserved under the Roman forum are the unique remains of the homes of ordinary Carthaginians.

With their roots in ancient Campania, amphitheatres reached their peak with the Colosseum which acted as the blueprint for all future amphitheatres across the empire.

Rome sightseeing can cost a fortune. But a map and advance planning can yield a host of low or no-cost experiences. Here's how to get the most from your Roman holiday.

Visit walled Verona to see one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters, art-filled churches, a Renaissance garden and architecture from Venetian to Art Nouveau

The priestesses of the goddess Vesta were accorded a level of respect not afforded to most women in ancient Rome; the price was their life-long chastity.

If you have only a week to explore Rome, you can still pack a lot into your time frame. Start with the five must-see attractions, then plan a return trip to Italy.

Founded by the Phoenicians, Sabratha was one of three major Roman cities on the Libyan Coast

Why pay for a tour of attractions like the Sistine Chapel and the Louvre? Travel icon Rick Steves is now offering free podcast tours for download.

Museum of London exhibition shows the astonishing Roman finds of metal dishes, bowls and vessels from archaeological dig in Drapers Gardens near Bank of England.

A guide to two of London's famous bridges across the River Thames, Tower Bridge and London Bridge, with travel tips and historical facts

Unlike many cities after the fall of the Roman Empire, Bosra found a new life as a flourishing Muslim town. This has lasted into the present day.

Mozart's music finds its reflection in the fine baroque interiors of Vienna's churches. Take a trip into baroque style at the zenith of the Habsburg empire.

Italy's Siena is a fascinating medieval city oozing with history and filled with traditional narrow streets to explore. Discover the history of the Palio and Contrades.

The 11th century conflict over lay investiture highlighted struggles between church and state as reform minded popes attempted to limit the scope of secular authority.

Verona attracts the crowds on Valentine's Day, but drawn by Shakespeare's tale of star- crossed lovers, but the real stars are the town itself and the amazing Roman Forum

Las Vegas has some of the most elaborate hotels in the world; discover a selection of Vegas Strip hotels and what each has to offer the visitor, before arriving in Vegas.

Janus was a dual headed god, he acted as an intermediary between the gods and mortals, governed the thresholds of buildings and one year and the next.

Several geothermal and seismic events occurred in historical Italy, with destructive effects. Unfortunately some notable ones have caught locals and tourists unawares.

The Vestal Virgins were perhaps the most prized priestesses of Rome, because they protected what was most sacred among the city's ideals - the home fires.

The destruction of Jerusalem in AD 70 changed the direction of the early church and forced the largely urban communities to develop a Gentile mentality.

Although ancient civilizations believed in magic and ghosts, the emerging Christian tradition differentiated ghosts as demons that disguised themselves as the dead.

Leptis Magna's position and trade links made it important to the Romans. Its wealth and status are reflected in its buildings.

From the earliest days of Rome, the Vestal Virgins tended the sacred fire in Vesta's temple, forging an ancient sorority that symbolized the power of the old religion.

The ancient city of Pompeii in Italy is one of Italy's most visited tourist attractions; know how to get there and what to see when visiting this archaeological site.

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Avignon is one of the major cities of Provence in the south of France and one of the most relaxed and beautiful.