Tag: romans
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Exploring the Archaeological Museum of Numana
The Antiquarium Statale of Numana is located in the old town. The museum collects materials from the Picene necropolis of Sirolo-Numana, one of the most important burial sites of the Adriatic Iron Age. The exhibition includes grave goods from richly furnished tombs, such as weapons, bronze ornaments, pottery, and personal items. These objects help reconstruct…
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Roman Ancona: the Amphitheatre and Its Legacy
As the Ancona Walking Tour makes its way through the old city, the remnants of the Roman city slowly emerge before our eyes. Roman Ancona grew as a key Adriatic port, connecting Italy with the eastern Mediterranean. Its prosperity emerges in the remains scattered across the city, such as the Arch of Trajan, the mosaics…