10 facts about Ancient Rome
1. According to the legend, Rome was founded in 753 BC by twin brothers, Romulus and Remus.
2. The Civilization of Ancient Rome is known to be founded on the Italian Peninsula in 10th century BC. Rome became one of the largest empires of the ancient world.
3. Ancient Rome conquered and partly assimilated South-Western Europe, South-Eastern Europe/Balkans and the Mediterranean territories.
4. Initially, Ancient Rome was founded as a monarchy, and then it became oligarchic republic. In its later period, Ancient Rome became Autocratic Empire.
5. The contribution of Ancient Rome to the development of law, war, art, literature, architecture, technology, religion, and language is colossal.
6. Roman civilization, along with the civilization of ancient Greece, is referred to as classical antiquity.
7. Aqueducts were invented by ancient Romans. Through aqueducts Romans supplied water to cities, industrial regions and arable lands.
8. During the period of so-called “Five Good Emperors” (96–180), the Roman Empire was in its political, territorial, economic, and cultural apogee.
9. Theatrical performances, chariot races, and gladiator fights were the main three types of entertainment in Ancient Rome.
10. Latin, Greek, grammar, and literature were the main disciplines in Grammar schools of Ancient Rome. Latin was the native language of the Romans.
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