Pantheon, Rome

buildings have come from Ancient Rome in some way. Amphitheater There are many amphitheaters built all over Rome, but the most well known amphitheater is the Colosseum. These amphitheaters were built mainly for gladiatorial fighting. Before these structures were built the gladiatorial fights were held anywhere with a flat surface, usually near hillsides so the people could sit and watch. Since it was not always easy to find a place that suited these needs, rich men of Rome decided to build…

The Roman aqueducts have revolutionized the way humans get water, and as a result, modern countries are still using the same basic concept. As Rome grew, emperors needed a way to supply water to cities. Engineers developed a system of pipes that transported water from lakes and rivers to a city. After the water reached the city it first went to a system of brick-and-concrete tanks called castella,or castles. From there it was relocated through pipes and sent throughout the city to places like…

Architecture is an incredible business that combines both the art and the construction of buildings. It has been on the Earth since the beginning of civilization. Architecture in this case is part of the history of Rome. Here it’s a symbol of when Emperor Constantine won the Roman Tyrant Maxentius. This happened on the 28th of October 312 CE. There were a few aspects I looked at from this monument. I looked at the characteristics this building provided, the detailed review of the exterior facade…

Introduction Italy a country filled with life. From its deep history in music and art to its rich culture in food and architecture, Italy is the place for family love and great friendship. From the superiority of the Roman Empire (31 BCE to 476 CE) to the rebirth of the Renaissance (14th century- mid 17th century), Italy has a story that is filled with ups and downs and a unifying love that will bring all to its lands for a peak of the past. Slightly larger than the state of Arizona, Italy is a…

comparison of two equally famous ancient ruins, the Parthenon in Greece, and the Pantheon in Rome. Each structure was built for a specific purpose, which I will discuss. I will also address similarities between the two structures, if any. Finally, I will address some of the obvious differences, aside from the obvious influence of the Parthenon, which was built ahead of the Pantheon. The Parthenon was built long before the Pantheon. It was built in Greece in honor of the lovely goddess…

architectural advancements made by Rome. The arched structure that we know as aqueducts use gravity to transport water through pipelines and into city centers. The aqueducts promoted sanitation and allowed Romans to enjoy many luxuries like toilets, sewage systems, fountains, and baths. Concrete is also a useful architectural development of Rome and it was used to make stronger structures. Without it, aqueducts, buildings, bridges, and monuments would not be possible in Rome. Rome has a…

The art and architecture of Rome is bold, powerful, full of mystery, and eternal. The Pantheon is an excellent example of the creativity and power of the Romans. Although influenced by Greek and eastern architecture, Romans shaped art and architecture into something that uniquely represented the power and practicality of Rome. The Pantheon itself radiates outward from the center, much like Rome’s power over the Mediterranean. The frescoes at the Villa of the Mysteries highlight the mysterious…

us”. This can indicate that architecture has an indubitable affect on the people who stand in it, the people who replicate it, and for the people who praise it. One of the ancient cities that have been influenced by this affect is ancient Rome. Due to ancient Rome being dominated by this architecture affect, other cities have adopted ancient Roman architecture. Other cities have copied architecture to express a city in a lucrative and valued way. Architecture can be personal and worthwhile…

from northern England to southern Egypt. Wealthy Romans were a very well educated and clean people, therefore leading to the creation of new technologies and great innovations. For example, a few innovations include aqueducts, roads, cement, the Pantheon, and the arch. Most if not all of these creations have inspired new technologies the we use today. As a matter of fact, Romans thought of engineering as a way to improve their daily lifestyle, and put a lot of time and effort into it. The…

The Pantheon situated in Rome and Parthenon, situated in Athens are two famous Greek and Roman buildings respectively with great historical architectural style. Both structures have some degree of visual resemblance between them. Although their names seem to be similar, both buildings (structures) have some significant differences that distinguish them from each other depicting diverse cultural styles. One important note is that the architectural design of the Pantheon was influenced by Greek…