United Nations
Unesco: Early Christian Monuments of Ravenna
This World Heritage website features Ravenna in Italy, which was the center of the Roman Empire at one point, and later of the Byzantine Empire in Italy. Presented on this website are eight Christian buildings, and their mosaics, from...
Read Works
Read Works: Architecture: Monticello Jefferson's Masterpiece
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about the architecture of Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's home. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Pantheon
Slideshow of images of the Pantheon in Rome accompanied by narration from two art historians discussing its construction, design, and history. [8 mins, 6 secs]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Forum and Markets of Trajan
Marcus Ulpius Traianus, now commonly referred to as Trajan, reigned as Romess emperor from 98 until 117 C.E. and had a reputation as a good emporer. A massive architectural complex-referred to as the Forum of Trajan was devoted to...
University of Chicago
Encyclopedia Romana: Forum Romanum
The Encyclopedia Romana provides an image and provides a brief history of the Roman Forum. Includes links to more Roman information.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: The Colosseum
A detailed history of the Colosseum in Rome with a focus on the religious history (Christianity). Gives information about the games, and the many saints that are connected to the building. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia," is...
Other
Abc Roma Monuments in Rome St. Peter's Basilica
Brief article on the architectural value of St. Peter's Basilica, "the greatest church in the world."
Bluffton University
Bluffton University: Images of the Colosseum
This site from the Bluffton College displays images of the Colosseum both exterior and interior.
Other
Alnpete Limited: Hadrianic Baths
This site provides a couple of pictures of Hadrianic Baths as well as some information on the baths.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Etruscans, an Introduction
Before the small village of Rome became "Rome" it was home to the Etruscan civilization. Their achievements set the stage not only for the development of ancient Roman art and culture but for the Italian Renaissance as well. This...
University at Buffalo
University of Buffalo: Pictures of Pompeii
This site provides a photographical treasure trove of pictures of Pompeii. Several pictures of the forum baths at Pompeii are provided as well.
Other
Computer Reconstruction: Hadrianic Baths at Leptis Magna
Resource presents a computer-generated reconstruction of the Hadrianic Baths at Leptis Magna. The reconstruction is based on photos and writings. There is also an outline history of the baths and a detailed description of the computer...
University at Buffalo
University of Buffalo: Arles Amphitheater
A beautiful photo of the amphitheater, with links to six more from different angles, and five of the theater.
Curated OER
Capitolium.org: Virtual Reconstruction How Rome Was
A great site for a look at how Rome once looked, and also pictures of the ruins as they stand today. Two short films can also be accessed.
Able Media
Ablemedia: Unearthing the Lost City of a Burbe Suburbe
This site is provided for by Ablemedia. Unique simulation activity where students "Discover," an ancient city and complete tasks to compile a history of the city and finally create a 3-D model of the city. Could be adapted for many...
Other
Musei Capitolini: Museum History
This museum is one of many under the umbrella of Rome City Council. It is also the oldest public museum in the world, having been established in 1471. Throughout the site, there is extensive information about its history and collections,...
Other
Italy Guides: Virtual Travel to Pompeii, Italy
Explore the city of Pompeii in this virtual tour. Houses, temples, baths, arches, and other structures are all on display. The history of Pompeii is explained, and each interactive structure is accompanied by a description. The different...
Curated OER
Drawing of Corinthian Capital. d.s. Robertson, Greek and Roman Architecture
Illustrated dictionary entry for Greek standard orders of stone architecture. Provides explanation of the three architectural types as well as picture examples.
Vroma Project
V Roma: Arch of Titus
This sensational chunk of information about the Arch of Titus would be very helpful to the researcher. It discusses the age of the arch, why it was built, the history at the time of its construction, relief sculptures on the arch, and...
Other
Terme Di Caracalla
Though this site is in Italian, it provides a 3d image that enables you to look around the baths of Caracalla. You need Quicktime VR in order to view the image.
Other
Canon 3 D Paper Craft Buildings: Colosseum
Intricately detailed paper-folding activity that provides templates and instructions for building a three-dimensional paper model of the Colosseum. Instructions require download.
Archaeological Institute of America
Archaeology: Trajan's Glorious Forum
This is a labeled diagram of "Trajan's Glorious Forum."
Other
Forum Baths at Pompei
This site shows a map of the forum baths at Pompei and names the different areas in the baths.
Curated OER
Virtual View
A great site for a look at how Rome once looked, and also pictures of the ruins as they stand today. Two short films can also be accessed.