(CNN) — Frescoes dating back almost 2,000 years to the time of the Roman emperor Hadrian will now be on display to the public when they visit Rome’s ancient Baths of Caracalla. “For the first time, ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The numerous ruins dating to the Roman Empire tell us a lot about ...

Beneath the mosaic floors of Roman villas, an ingenious system of underfloor heating transformed warmth into a mark of power ...

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An integral part of daily life in ancient Rome, the baths gave citizens of all classes the chance to mingle, gossip and relax. They were viewed as fundamental to Roman civilization and an obvious ...

The world-famous Roman Baths are home to a diverse range of microorganisms which could be critical in the global fight against antimicrobial resistance, a new study suggests. The research, published ...

Eight years after beginning excavations in southeastern Spain, an archaeological crew has uncovered a stunning Roman bath. Researchers say it’s “one of the most monumental Roman bath complexes ever ...

A well-preserved ancient Roman bath complex has emerged from the sands of a beach in southern Spain. The researchers from the University of Cádiz (UCA) found well-preserved Roman baths with walls more ...

Archaeologists in Toledo, Spain, uncovered buried ruins of a Roman bath house and will reopen the site to the public. Photos show the large complex. Photo from the Toledo Consortium Once filled with ...

Care to take a bath in Bath? That’s not a strange question, actually. Since ancient times, residents and visitors in Bath, England, have been taking a dip in its restorative (and once-believed sacred) ...

Researchers say it’s “one of the most monumental Roman bath complexes ever discovered in the Iberian Peninsula.” Eight years after beginning excavations in southeastern Spain, an archaeological crew ...