The Walls and City of Verona

October 10, 2013July 5, 2022

The Walls and City of Verona

From the city centre looking over the river up the hill where the Castel San Pietro lies. That area of the city is thought to have been the original area settled by the Romans in the 3rd Century BCE. The amphitheatre is on that side of the river, to the right.

Both spectacular Roman sites, Verona’s Arena and Amphitheater, impress with their ancient roots and extensive and well-fortified walls. The walls foundations are from Roman times, with various extensions added during the middle ages. With a capacity of several thousands of spectators, Verona’s arena enchants and its very presence dominates the city square. Continue reading “The Walls and City of Verona”

September 18, 2013February 17, 2022

Hadrian’s Wall, England

Hadrian’s Wall extends from coast to coast, and this part of the wall at Cawfields Crags is the best preserved section of the wall remaining to us. Why did Hadrian build his walls?
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