Meet Nero, the infamous Roman emperor who ruled from 54 to 68 AD. Nero, or Nero Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus, was the last emperor of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, and his reign was nothing short of controversial. The tyrant, Nero, was known for his cruelty and debauchery, which earned him a fearsome reputation. He even murdered …
Get ready to witness the rise and fall of one of the most controversial figures in Roman history – Gaius Caesar Germanicus, also known as Caligula. Born in 12 AD as the third son of Germanicus, a beloved Roman general, and the granddaughter of Augustus, the first Roman emperor, Caligula was destined for greatness. With …
Step back in time to Ancient Rome and meet Tiberius Caesar Augustus, the second Roman Emperor who ruled from 14 AD to 37 AD. Born on November 16, 42 BC, in Rome, Tiberius’ childhood was far from ordinary. His parents divorced when he was young, and his father was exiled for supporting Julius Caesar. Thankfully …
The world famous Qin Shihuang’s Terra-cotta warriors and horse pits are situated 35 kilometers east of Xi’an. It is a group of large scare burial pits of Qin Shihuang mausoleum. Pit No. 1 was discovered in March 1974. Pit No. 2 and 3 were discovered in April and May, 1976. Pit No. 1 covers and …
