Rome: A Virtual Tour of the Ancient City
Posted 6 years 3 months ago by University of Reading
Explore Roman history, architecture, and society as you’ve never seen before
From gladiators to empires – join expert Professor Matthew Nicholls on a transformative guided tour through the Eternal City: Rome.
Using his award-winning 3D digital model, you’ll gain a unique perspective on Rome’s architecture and infrastructure.
From grand temples to historical places, you’ll explore how the Romans worshipped their gods, governed their empire, and built the city that has influenced the world for centuries.
Discover how Ancient Rome was built
You’ll begin this course by exploring the foundational architecture of Ancient Rome.
From the city’s earliest structures to its monumental landmarks, you’ll discover how the Romans designed and built iconic buildings like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum.
Wander through Italian history and politics
You’ll then dive into the political evolution of Rome, examining its transition from monarchy to republic to empire.
Discover how the Roman political system shaped the Roman Empire’s growth and influenced leaders and citizens alike.
Learn more about Roman society and daily life
Next, you’ll explore Roman society, delving into the lives of its citizens, from the elite to the common people.
You’ll understand their social structures, cultural practices, and the entertainment that defined Roman daily life, such as gladiatorial games and chariot races.
Unpack Ancient’s Romes influence and legacy
Finally, you’ll reflect on the lasting legacy of Ancient Rome. From its engineering marvels to its political systems and cultural contributions, you’ll uncover how Roman innovations continue to influence modern civilisation.
The next time you walk the streets of Rome, you’ll see it’s landmarks with a new perspective and recognise the ancient foundations that continue to shape our world today.
This course is open to anyone curious about ancient Rome – whether you’re a history enthusiast, a traveller, or considering studies in archaeology or classics.
No prior knowledge is needed, just a passion for exploring the past.
This course is open to anyone curious about ancient Rome – whether you’re a history enthusiast, a traveller, or considering studies in archaeology or classics.
No prior knowledge is needed, just a passion for exploring the past.
- Explore different categories of building within the city, and the functions they housed
- Investigate a range of evidence including archaeological remains, coins, literary texts, and inscriptions to learn how we can understand and interpret the ancient past
- Discuss the way the rulers of Rome used architecture to adorn the city and keep it functioning
- Experience digital modelling as a way of presenting the ancient past, exploring models on screen and in videos and discussing what they can show us