Watch Traveling the Roman Empire

2023
1 Season

Presented by archaeologist Darius Arya, this eight-episode series takes viewers throughout the ancient Roman Empire, exploring history's most multicultural political entity. Stops include Roman ruins in Spain, Morocco, Jordan, Croatia, Serbia, and Rome itself. Darius also samples the local cuisine and other attractions, making this series the ideal preparation for a truly grand tour.

Traveling the Roman Empire is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (8 episodes). The series first aired on February 16, 2023.

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8. Serbia: Crucible of Warriors

February 16, 2023

Continue your exploration of the Roman Balkans, heading inland to modern Serbia, which was repeatedly threatened by hostile kingdoms in antiquity. The Danube River plays a prominent role here, as do a litany of Roman emperors and their public and private works in three ancient cities. As Darius shows throughout the series, ancient Rome lives on through its enduring monuments and culture.

7. Croatia: A Kingdom of Salt and Sea

February 16, 2023

The Dalmatian Coast was strategically vital to Rome, which conquered it starting in the 2nd century BC. Investigate the Roman legacy, including ancient Salona and Ragusa. Near Salona is Diocletian

6. Petra: Rome and the Rose City

February 16, 2023

Visit the star of Rome

5. Jordan: Rome

February 16, 2023

Explore the original Philadelphia, the ancient name for present-day Amman, Jordan, which came under Roman rule in the 1st century BC. Then, visit nearby Jerash, lauded as the

4. Morocco: Traces of Rome in North Africa

February 16, 2023

Rome once ruled North Africa, cementing its control over the entire Mediterranean basin. Investigate Morocco, where Roman influences mixed with the indigenous Berbers to produce a unique culture. Visit the ruins of Volubilis, an ancient international hub, called the most beautiful Roman city in North Africa. Also, tour the thriving old quarter of Marrakesh.

3. Spain: From Imperial Apex to Arab Kingdom

February 16, 2023

Focus on Spain as the birthplace of powerful Roman emperors, including Trajan and Hadrian. Survey the imperial grandeur that still survives from their reigns, notably in the ruined city of Italica and the thriving urban centers of Cordoba and Seville. Trace the influences of the Islamic culture that ruled Spain for seven centuries after the Romans. Also, go olive oil tasting!

2. Spain: Augustus

February 16, 2023

Riding an Iberian horse, Darius opens his tour of Spain, one of Rome

1. Rome: Heart of an Empire

February 16, 2023

Begin the series on the outskirts of Rome, taking the Via Appia into the city. View the impressive tombs and aqueducts that line the road, testifying to the importance of the ancient capital. Within, visit major sites that include the extensive ruins of different forum spaces and temples. Also, explore subterranean Rome, and sample the market and caf

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Traveling the Roman Empire is available for streaming on the The Great Courses website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Traveling the Roman Empire on demand at Prime Video and Amazon.