“The Appian Way: On the Steps of Emperors, Martyrs, and Travelers”
There is a road where the past still breathes—where emperors, martyrs, and travelers once walked. The Appian Way, Regina Viarum, is more than an ancient highway; it is a living monument to Rome’s greatness. Built in 312 BCE by Appius Claudius, it connected the capital to Brindisi in southern Italy and became a vital artery of the empire. Along its first stretch—still walkable today—lie imperial villas, catacombs, mausoleums, and medieval churches. This webinar invites you on a journey through centuries of history: from the Circus of Emperor Maxentius and the Catacombs of Saint Sebastian, to the iconic Mausoleum of Cecilia Metella and the elegant Villa of the Quintili, seized by Emperor Commodus himself. Join us as we explore the Appian Way’s enduring legacy, where every stone tells a story.
