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Roman history can be divided into the
- Origins: Ancient Rome started as a small village in central Italy.
- Founding: The city was founded by the legendary figures Romulus and Remus and was initially ruled by kings.
- The Roman Republic (c. 509 BC – 27 BC)
- The kings were overthrown, and Rome shifted into a republic, a system with elected officials and a Senate.
- During this period, Rome fought and won the Punic Wars, which established its dominance over the Mediterranean.
- The Republic faced internal struggles between patricians (nobles) and plebeians (commoners), and saw the rise of powerful
- figures like Julius Caesar.
- The empire reached its largest size, but eventually,
- internal conflicts, economic issues, and invasions by migrating
- tribes led to its decline.
- Division: The empire was split into the Western and Eastern Roman Empires.
- Fall of the West: The Western Roman Empire fell in 476 AD, marking the end of classical antiquity.
- Constantinople: The Eastern Roman Empire, centered in Constantinople, continued for centuries, becoming the Byzantine Empire.
- Cultural & Social Aspects
- Religion: Early Romans worshipped many gods, including Jupiter, Mars, and Vesta. Christianity appeared during the Empire and later became the official religion.
- Technology: The Romans were famous for their engineering and technological innovations.
Traditional
Roman Cuisine and popular
👉 Pasta Dishes – Classics include Carbonara (egg, pecorino, guanciale, pepper),
Cacio e Pepe (cheese and pepper), and Amatriciana
(tomato, guanciale, pecorino).
👉 Meat Specialties – Saltimbocca alla Romana (veal with prosciutto and sage), and Coda alla Vaccinara (oxtail stew).
👉 Street Food – Supplì (fried rice balls with mozzarella) and Pizza al Taglio
(rectangular pizza sold by slice).
👉 Vegetable Dishes – Carciofi alla Romana (artichokes with herbs) and
Puntarelle Salad (with anchovy dressing).
👉 Cheese & Pecorino Romano – A sharp, salty cheese essential to many
Roman recipes.
👉 Desserts – Maritozzi (sweet cream-filled buns) and Crostata di Ricotta.
👉 Wine & Beverages – Frascati white wine is traditionally paired with Roman meals.
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The Italy has rich history and culture as well. That is why yearly a good number of tourists arrival.
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