According to legend, long before the Romans founded Rome, there was a Greek city called Pallantium in the same area.

The romantic holiday has been celebrated for centuries, but the history behind it is much darker than red roses.

The festival traces back to the 6th century B.C., and according to Roman mythology, it was to honor the Roman fertility god Lupercus and the she-wolf who nursed twin brothers Romulus and Remus ...

Ancient Rome achieved urban milestones centuries ahead of its time, with innovations like shopping malls, public welfare, and ...

It’s far from historical fact, but is an important read for those looking to understand the myths and legends that governed the Greco-Roman Empire.

Worldwide, February 14 is commemorated as Valentine’s Day, the ‘Day of Love’. Couples take the opportunity to declare their ...

Students of Roman mythology know the story of the twins Romulus and Remus, who legendarily once suckled a she-wolf and grew up to be powerful leaders. When Remus insulted a city Romulus was building, ...

One of the most common explanations is that Valentine's Day has its origins in the ancient Roman fertility festival of ...

Growing up, many of us hear about historical events that sound real, so we take them as fact. Yet, in … Continue reading ...

Illustration from 19th century Romulus and Remus, Szene from the Roman Mythology, published 1878 Romulus and Remus suckled by a she-wolf. After the Roman Mythology, they were the founders of Rome.

Who is Cupid and why does he get to decide who falls in love? Explore the Roman rituals of Valentine’s Day and the mythology ...