Articles related to "Pompeii"
Human Remains in Pompeii
Hundreds of casts of human and animal bodies survive in Pompeii. The way they were preserved is unique and gives an insight into the life and death of the city.
human remains in pompeii • pompeii • bodies of pompeiis inhabitants • body casts from pompeii • ad79
Hundreds of casts of human and animal bodies survive in Pompeii. The way they were preserved is unique and gives an insight into the life and death of the city.
human remains in pompeii • pompeii • bodies of pompeiis inhabitants • body casts from pompeii • ad79
Pompeii's Amphitheatre
Built in 70AD, Pompeii's amphitheatre is the oldest and most complete pre-Colosseum style amphitheatre in the Roman world.
pompeii’s amphitheatre • oldest roman amphitheatre • gladiatorial arenas • the hisory of pompeii's amphitheatre • the structure and design of pompeii's amphitheatre
Built in 70AD, Pompeii's amphitheatre is the oldest and most complete pre-Colosseum style amphitheatre in the Roman world.
pompeii’s amphitheatre • oldest roman amphitheatre • gladiatorial arenas • the hisory of pompeii's amphitheatre • the structure and design of pompeii's amphitheatre
Life and Death in Pompeii: Millenium Series 19
Experience Life in Pompeii. Visit the exquisite Villas where the affluent lived. Learn about the Lifestyles of the ancient Rich and Famous. There are lots of pictures and instant links to wondeful photographs of Villas and the art within. This includes the famous Alexander Mosaic. Just Click on the Hypertext (brown) Great Links
pompeii domus • ancient homes • villas • mosaics • frescos
Experience Life in Pompeii. Visit the exquisite Villas where the affluent lived. Learn about the Lifestyles of the ancient Rich and Famous. There are lots of pictures and instant links to wondeful photographs of Villas and the art within. This includes the famous Alexander Mosaic. Just Click on the Hypertext (brown) Great Links
pompeii domus • ancient homes • villas • mosaics • frescos
The End of Pompeii
The small Roman town of Pompeii was buried alive on August 24, 79 A.D., following the violent eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.
pompeii • herculaneum • mt. vesuvius • roman city • august 24 79 a.d.
The small Roman town of Pompeii was buried alive on August 24, 79 A.D., following the violent eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.
pompeii • herculaneum • mt. vesuvius • roman city • august 24 79 a.d.
Life and Death in Pompeii: Millenium Series 20
Join the early Pompeiians, as they live their daily lives. Take a visit to the Forum, where you can stop and listen to the orators. Do a little shopping or drop into the temple of your choice and say a prayer or leave a little offering. Or perhaps you just wish to relax at the elegant public baths. Photos, Links and lots of instant links to wonderful pictures. See how and where these interesting people spent their lives. Learn what they ate and drank. We even have an instant link to a collection of ancient foods and recipes.More thoughts from Pliny the Younger. Please feel free to start or add to a discussion or make comments. Please join me Mary Ellen Bradshaw
ancient cooking • food • ancient recipes • the forum • the public baths
Join the early Pompeiians, as they live their daily lives. Take a visit to the Forum, where you can stop and listen to the orators. Do a little shopping or drop into the temple of your choice and say a prayer or leave a little offering. Or perhaps you just wish to relax at the elegant public baths. Photos, Links and lots of instant links to wonderful pictures. See how and where these interesting people spent their lives. Learn what they ate and drank. We even have an instant link to a collection of ancient foods and recipes.More thoughts from Pliny the Younger. Please feel free to start or add to a discussion or make comments. Please join me Mary Ellen Bradshaw
ancient cooking • food • ancient recipes • the forum • the public baths
Independent Travel from Rome to Pompeii
Even if the only Italian you speak is buon giorno, taking a day trip to Pompeii from Rome is quick and uncomplicated by bus or by train.
discover ancient rome in pompeii • travel from rome to pompeii by train • trenitalia to pompeii • circumvesuviana to pompeii • mount vesuvius
Even if the only Italian you speak is buon giorno, taking a day trip to Pompeii from Rome is quick and uncomplicated by bus or by train.
discover ancient rome in pompeii • travel from rome to pompeii by train • trenitalia to pompeii • circumvesuviana to pompeii • mount vesuvius
Lost Medicinal Plants of Pompeii
The ancient city of Pompeii in Italy lay hidden for centuries after the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D.; archaeological excavation has uncovered some surprising secrets.
medicinal plants of pompeii • evidence of plant use in pompeii • perfume making in pompeii • use of medicinal and aromatic plants in pompeii • medicinal herbs of pompeii
The ancient city of Pompeii in Italy lay hidden for centuries after the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D.; archaeological excavation has uncovered some surprising secrets.
medicinal plants of pompeii • evidence of plant use in pompeii • perfume making in pompeii • use of medicinal and aromatic plants in pompeii • medicinal herbs of pompeii
Gardens of Pompeii
A review of Annamaria Ciarallo's book <i>Gardens of Pompeii</i>
pompeii • annamaria ciarallo • gardens • ancient gardens • mediterranean plants
A review of Annamaria Ciarallo's book <i>Gardens of Pompeii</i>
pompeii • annamaria ciarallo • gardens • ancient gardens • mediterranean plants
Pompeii Sports and Entertainment Millenium Series 21,
Pompeii was a rich city, and it's inhabitants had time to spare. To fill this time, there were many sporting events, festivals and circuses. There were gladiator fights, with men or exotic animals. There were chariot races, where much betting took place. The Romans played ballgames as part of their daily exercise and also exercised their minds with board games. Theatre was also popular, with two actors playing each part. All these events were free to all. It was also acceptable for Roman men to visit "ladies of the night". A class of their own, Prostitution thrived in Pompeii. There were 25 brothels recorded. This was not free. Also there are more thoughts of Pliny the younger on Bloodsport as well as a sentor called Senecca. Lots of photos, links and instant links to wonderful pictures. Please join me on this journey and feel free to start a discussion, Mary Ellen
gladiators • chariot races explained • amphitheatres • theatres • plays
Pompeii was a rich city, and it's inhabitants had time to spare. To fill this time, there were many sporting events, festivals and circuses. There were gladiator fights, with men or exotic animals. There were chariot races, where much betting took place. The Romans played ballgames as part of their daily exercise and also exercised their minds with board games. Theatre was also popular, with two actors playing each part. All these events were free to all. It was also acceptable for Roman men to visit "ladies of the night". A class of their own, Prostitution thrived in Pompeii. There were 25 brothels recorded. This was not free. Also there are more thoughts of Pliny the younger on Bloodsport as well as a sentor called Senecca. Lots of photos, links and instant links to wonderful pictures. Please join me on this journey and feel free to start a discussion, Mary Ellen
gladiators • chariot races explained • amphitheatres • theatres • plays
Pompeii's Peristyle Gardens
Italians transformed the peristyles typical of Greek homes from paved courtyards into gardens.
peristyle • pompeii • augustus • roman
Italians transformed the peristyles typical of Greek homes from paved courtyards into gardens.
peristyle • pompeii • augustus • roman
The House of Menander, Pompeii
An elite Roman residence, The House of Menander demonstrates the close proximity between the elite and means by which they made their money.
house of menander • location of the house of menander • trade and the house of menander • the economy of pompeii • pompeii
An elite Roman residence, The House of Menander demonstrates the close proximity between the elite and means by which they made their money.
house of menander • location of the house of menander • trade and the house of menander • the economy of pompeii • pompeii
Life and Death in Pompeii: Millenium series Pt 18
Visit with me the ruins of Pompeii. Read, 1500 years after the fact, the fascinating, powerful amd moving letters written by a 17 year old scholar, named Pliny the Younger. His letters include an account of the last hours and death of his uncle, how he lived and what kind of man he was. He also writes a letter which is an eyewitness account of the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The eruption of ash and cinder buried and preserved the ancient city by forming a hemetic seal around it. After being covered for 1500 years, Pompeii and it's inhabitants can now share their story of how they lived and died for this eruption caught forever, that moment in time. There are lots of pictures and links. Please join me. Mary Ellen
pompeii • destruction of pompeii • vesuvius • pliny the younger • the death of pliny the elder
Visit with me the ruins of Pompeii. Read, 1500 years after the fact, the fascinating, powerful amd moving letters written by a 17 year old scholar, named Pliny the Younger. His letters include an account of the last hours and death of his uncle, how he lived and what kind of man he was. He also writes a letter which is an eyewitness account of the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The eruption of ash and cinder buried and preserved the ancient city by forming a hemetic seal around it. After being covered for 1500 years, Pompeii and it's inhabitants can now share their story of how they lived and died for this eruption caught forever, that moment in time. There are lots of pictures and links. Please join me. Mary Ellen
pompeii • destruction of pompeii • vesuvius • pliny the younger • the death of pliny the elder
The Garden of Octavius Quartio
The garden of Octavius Quartio is unusual for a Roman townhouse. Covering a large area, it displays many of the features usually found in the gardens of country villas.
garden of octavius quartio • house of octavius quartio • garden of loreius tiburtinus • house of loreius tiburtinus • gardens of pompeii
The garden of Octavius Quartio is unusual for a Roman townhouse. Covering a large area, it displays many of the features usually found in the gardens of country villas.
garden of octavius quartio • house of octavius quartio • garden of loreius tiburtinus • house of loreius tiburtinus • gardens of pompeii
September 11 2001
My thoughts and hopes are with those people with friends and family hurt by these tragic events. What follows probably isn't an article, but like so many other people, I'm having a hard time keeping my mind on anything besides those people, those poor people who have lost their lives this week, and the families who wait for word from their missing loved ones.
pompeii • september 11 • terrorist attack • volcano • world trade center
My thoughts and hopes are with those people with friends and family hurt by these tragic events. What follows probably isn't an article, but like so many other people, I'm having a hard time keeping my mind on anything besides those people, those poor people who have lost their lives this week, and the families who wait for word from their missing loved ones.
pompeii • september 11 • terrorist attack • volcano • world trade center
Excavating the Pompeii of the New World, Netherlands
This article describes a field school and volunteer opportunity for an excavation at St. Eustatius.
st. eustatius • excavation • netherlands • archaeology • field school
This article describes a field school and volunteer opportunity for an excavation at St. Eustatius.
st. eustatius • excavation • netherlands • archaeology • field school
Homes and Gardens in Pompeii
Pompeii’s gardens were an integral part of their homes.
pompeii • peristyle
Pompeii’s gardens were an integral part of their homes.
pompeii • peristyle
Independent Women of Pompeii
Underneath the fossilized mud and ash at Pompeii, the lives of influential Roman women have been uncovered.
pompeii • roman women • women • matron • priestess
Underneath the fossilized mud and ash at Pompeii, the lives of influential Roman women have been uncovered.
pompeii • roman women • women • matron • priestess
Washington State's Pompeii and Other Native American Tidbits
It's my opinion we owe a lot to our Native American Tribes when it comes to Washington State History. Please check this out and let me know if you agree (or not!).
makah • wa • state • native american • american indian
It's my opinion we owe a lot to our Native American Tribes when it comes to Washington State History. Please check this out and let me know if you agree (or not!).
makah • wa • state • native american • american indian
Pompeian Yard Art
Art in the most elegant gardens of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
pompeii • herculaneum • yard art • garden ornaments
Art in the most elegant gardens of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
pompeii • herculaneum • yard art • garden ornaments
Ancient Roman Gardens
A review of Linda Farrar's book <i>Ancient Roman Gardens</i>.
pompeii • rome • roman • herculaneum • gardens
A review of Linda Farrar's book <i>Ancient Roman Gardens</i>.
pompeii • rome • roman • herculaneum • gardens
Gardens of Nudes - Part Three
How statues were displayed in the gardens of Imperial Rome.
nudes • rome • villa of the papryi • herculaneum • pompeii
How statues were displayed in the gardens of Imperial Rome.
nudes • rome • villa of the papryi • herculaneum • pompeii
Independent Women of Pompeii
Mt. Vesuvius buried Pompeii, and a chronicle of Roman life frozen in time. Excavations have unearthed a wealth of information on the life of Romans, notably the women.
pompeii • mt. vesuvius • women • imperial roman • roman women
Mt. Vesuvius buried Pompeii, and a chronicle of Roman life frozen in time. Excavations have unearthed a wealth of information on the life of Romans, notably the women.
pompeii • mt. vesuvius • women • imperial roman • roman women
Regency period
Regency period can be called as an extension of Georgian period. Often it’s considered as late Georgian era. Since Georgian period lasted for about 150 years, it went through various phases.
georgian period • regency style • design style • madhavi • pompeii
Regency period can be called as an extension of Georgian period. Often it’s considered as late Georgian era. Since Georgian period lasted for about 150 years, it went through various phases.
georgian period • regency style • design style • madhavi • pompeii
The House of the Surgeon, Pompeii
One of the oldest houses in Pompeii, the House of the Surgeon is the perfect example of a samnite house 'modernised' in Roman style.
the house of the surgeon • pompeii • samnite house • italic house • roman pompeii
One of the oldest houses in Pompeii, the House of the Surgeon is the perfect example of a samnite house 'modernised' in Roman style.
the house of the surgeon • pompeii • samnite house • italic house • roman pompeii
Venus in Pompeian Gardens
We usually think of Venus as a goddess of love, but she was originally a goddess of gardens.
venus • cupid • pompeii
We usually think of Venus as a goddess of love, but she was originally a goddess of gardens.
venus • cupid • pompeii
Bella Napoli
The city of Naples is often looked down upon by its fellow countrymen but this diamond in the rough is worth the trip.
naples • capri • amalfi coast • pompeii • hurculanium
The city of Naples is often looked down upon by its fellow countrymen but this diamond in the rough is worth the trip.
naples • capri • amalfi coast • pompeii • hurculanium
The Fullers of Rome
The fullers were skilled and important tradesmen who had the task of regularly cleaning and dyeing all of the clothing worn by Romans.
romans • roman clothing • fullers • togas • pompeii
The fullers were skilled and important tradesmen who had the task of regularly cleaning and dyeing all of the clothing worn by Romans.
romans • roman clothing • fullers • togas • pompeii
Ancient Roman Gardens
Archaeological remains and ancient sources help us to identify the way roman gardens were designed and what types of plants and flowers were most common in them.
roman gardens • roman garden • ancient roman gardens • ancient roman garden • flowers in roman gardens
Archaeological remains and ancient sources help us to identify the way roman gardens were designed and what types of plants and flowers were most common in them.
roman gardens • roman garden • ancient roman gardens • ancient roman garden • flowers in roman gardens
Early Roman Domestic Decor
Identified by Augusto Mau in the late 19th century and still recognised today, there were four major decorative schemes used in elite Roman Republican and Imperial houses
roman domestic decor • roman decorative styles • roman decoration • late republic decor styles • early imperial decor styles
Identified by Augusto Mau in the late 19th century and still recognised today, there were four major decorative schemes used in elite Roman Republican and Imperial houses
roman domestic decor • roman decorative styles • roman decoration • late republic decor styles • early imperial decor styles
For The Historical Record
An article discussing the meaning of enduring fame within archeology and the written record. Gives historical periods of Ancient Greece.
archeology • pompeii • plato • atlantis • heinrich schliemann
An article discussing the meaning of enduring fame within archeology and the written record. Gives historical periods of Ancient Greece.
archeology • pompeii • plato • atlantis • heinrich schliemann
Italian Basics
Before I went to Italy, several friends asked where I was going and what I intended to see. When I mentioned the length of time that I planned staying in several places, they were more than surprised.
italy • florence • firenze • venice • rome
Before I went to Italy, several friends asked where I was going and what I intended to see. When I mentioned the length of time that I planned staying in several places, they were more than surprised.
italy • florence • firenze • venice • rome
The Biographers 2/2
Life and works of Tacitus and Suetonius. The works of other biographers: Diogenes Laertius and the Augustan History
bingley • classics • ancient biographies • roman • greek
Life and works of Tacitus and Suetonius. The works of other biographers: Diogenes Laertius and the Augustan History
bingley • classics • ancient biographies • roman • greek
Webless Telly Historical Division
Three Classic British TV shows virtually unssen on the Web
frankie howerd • up pompeii • chelmsford 123 • jimmy mulville • rory mcgrath
Three Classic British TV shows virtually unssen on the Web
frankie howerd • up pompeii • chelmsford 123 • jimmy mulville • rory mcgrath
European Epic Movies from the 1910s
Silent film epics, often with historical and/or religious settings, can be traced back to Europe. The leading producer of these was Italy until World War I came along.
european movie epics 1910 • queen elizabeth 1912 • pompeii 1912 • quo vadis 1913 • cabiria 1914
Silent film epics, often with historical and/or religious settings, can be traced back to Europe. The leading producer of these was Italy until World War I came along.
european movie epics 1910 • queen elizabeth 1912 • pompeii 1912 • quo vadis 1913 • cabiria 1914
Tartu University Sights, Estonia
Estonia's second city, Tartu, has an impressive university - full of tourist attractions! From the architecture to a gallery, and my favorite, the student lock-up.
tartu university • student lock-up • estonian sightseeing • art museum • neo-classical architecture
Estonia's second city, Tartu, has an impressive university - full of tourist attractions! From the architecture to a gallery, and my favorite, the student lock-up.
tartu university • student lock-up • estonian sightseeing • art museum • neo-classical architecture
The Ancient Italian Port of Ostia
Ostia Antica is less than an hour from Rome yet portrays a vivid glimpse into centuries of Roman lifestyle and culture more complete than many other ancient ruins.
ruins of ostia • walking through ostia antica • roman culture and society • ancient roman lifestyles • ancient cities
Ostia Antica is less than an hour from Rome yet portrays a vivid glimpse into centuries of Roman lifestyle and culture more complete than many other ancient ruins.
ruins of ostia • walking through ostia antica • roman culture and society • ancient roman lifestyles • ancient cities
The Ghost, by Robert Harris
Taken from today's headlines, Robert Harris' The Ghost is a tale of intrigue and deception, and the addictive nature of power.
the ghost by robert harris • the ghost • robert harris • pompeii author • tony blair
Taken from today's headlines, Robert Harris' The Ghost is a tale of intrigue and deception, and the addictive nature of power.
the ghost by robert harris • the ghost • robert harris • pompeii author • tony blair
Volcano Hazards: Quakes and Slides
Volcanic activity can produce toxic gas, lava flows, lahars, and earthquakes. History shows us that these hazards can by deadly.
volcanic hazards • landslides • earthquakes • mount st. helens • vesuvius
Volcanic activity can produce toxic gas, lava flows, lahars, and earthquakes. History shows us that these hazards can by deadly.
volcanic hazards • landslides • earthquakes • mount st. helens • vesuvius
Fruits in the News
Here's a bird's eye view of some happenings in the world of fruits.
apple rootstocks • 'bambino' watermelon • miniature watermelon • 'pureheart' watermelon • hortresearch
Here's a bird's eye view of some happenings in the world of fruits.
apple rootstocks • 'bambino' watermelon • miniature watermelon • 'pureheart' watermelon • hortresearch
GIFTBOOKS AND SOFTWARE FOR GARDENERS
It isn't hard to shop for gardeners. Books are always an excellent choice.
christmas gifts • holiday gifts • holiday giftbooks • john baer's sons • baer's agricultural almanac and gardener's guide
It isn't hard to shop for gardeners. Books are always an excellent choice.
christmas gifts • holiday gifts • holiday giftbooks • john baer's sons • baer's agricultural almanac and gardener's guide
LOST GARDENS OF THE PAST
Long vanished historical gardens, some of which featured fruits.
ground zero • king assurbanipal • elizabeth barlow rogers • cyrus the great • pasargadae palace
Long vanished historical gardens, some of which featured fruits.
ground zero • king assurbanipal • elizabeth barlow rogers • cyrus the great • pasargadae palace
Plan of the Roman Patrician Domus
A dual purpose dwelling, the elite Roman townhouse was designed to accommodate guests and clients in very different ways.
plan of a roman patrician domus • plan of a roman house • roman architecture • public and private in the roman house • roman patrician domus
A dual purpose dwelling, the elite Roman townhouse was designed to accommodate guests and clients in very different ways.
plan of a roman patrician domus • plan of a roman house • roman architecture • public and private in the roman house • roman patrician domus
The History of the Aromatic Still Room
Plants and herbs have had both medicinal and and perfumery uses for thousands of years; extraction of oils from the plant began in the still room.
history of the aromatic still room • historical use of herb and plant oils for medicine • how early perfumes and plant medicines were made • origins of the european still room • natural remedies and oils made in the still room
Plants and herbs have had both medicinal and and perfumery uses for thousands of years; extraction of oils from the plant began in the still room.
history of the aromatic still room • historical use of herb and plant oils for medicine • how early perfumes and plant medicines were made • origins of the european still room • natural remedies and oils made in the still room
A Celebration of the Worlds Most Fragile Wonders
A review of Holly Hughes' book, "500 Places to See Before They Disappear" published by Frommer's®. A book that points out what we are losing on the planet and why.
frommer's® 500 places to see before they disappear • a celebration of the worlds most fragile wonders • tikal • el peten • guatemala
A review of Holly Hughes' book, "500 Places to See Before They Disappear" published by Frommer's®. A book that points out what we are losing on the planet and why.
frommer's® 500 places to see before they disappear • a celebration of the worlds most fragile wonders • tikal • el peten • guatemala
Ancient History of Scented Gardens
Gardens have been common for thousands of years in one form or another; Ancient Persia, Egypt, the Greeks and the Romans heavily influenced the scents of today's gardens.
ancient history of scented gardens • history of aromatic gardens • egyptian use of aromatic gardens • greek and roman use of aromatic gardens • use of aromatic plants
Gardens have been common for thousands of years in one form or another; Ancient Persia, Egypt, the Greeks and the Romans heavily influenced the scents of today's gardens.
ancient history of scented gardens • history of aromatic gardens • egyptian use of aromatic gardens • greek and roman use of aromatic gardens • use of aromatic plants
Choosing a Mediterranean Cruise
Cruising the Mediterranean and Adriatic can be your dream trip, hopping between islands and ports -- Venice, Palermo, Portofino, Sardinia, Malta, Capri, Corfu, Barcelona.
tips • choosing mediterranean cruise • finding right ship • southern europe’s most exciting ports • cruising adriatic
Cruising the Mediterranean and Adriatic can be your dream trip, hopping between islands and ports -- Venice, Palermo, Portofino, Sardinia, Malta, Capri, Corfu, Barcelona.
tips • choosing mediterranean cruise • finding right ship • southern europe’s most exciting ports • cruising adriatic
Roman Amphitheatres
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.
roman amphitheatres • roman amphitheatre • amphitheatre • gladiatorial arenas • roman history
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.
roman amphitheatres • roman amphitheatre • amphitheatre • gladiatorial arenas • roman history
Roman Treasures from the Louvre in Oklahoma City
No passport? No funds for overseas plane tickets? Travelers in the United States find rare cultural treat at Oklahoma City Museum of Art's Roman Art from the Louvre.
paris • louvre • roman art • rome • pompeii
No passport? No funds for overseas plane tickets? Travelers in the United States find rare cultural treat at Oklahoma City Museum of Art's Roman Art from the Louvre.
paris • louvre • roman art • rome • pompeii
The Flavians
The Flavians came to power in 69AD, following the political upheaval that followed Nero's reign . This article will highlight their achievements and failures.
flavians • vespasian • titus • domitian • nero
The Flavians came to power in 69AD, following the political upheaval that followed Nero's reign . This article will highlight their achievements and failures.
flavians • vespasian • titus • domitian • nero
The Roots of Renaissance Gardens
The gardens of Renaissance Italy were rooted in the gardens of ancient Rome.
renaissance
The gardens of Renaissance Italy were rooted in the gardens of ancient Rome.
renaissance
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