The Changing Landscape of Ancient Rome. Archaeology and History of the Palatine Hill

Module 1: From ruins to a full evidence local history (methods, procedures, tools)

• Gain insight into the multidimensional approach of classical archaeology, analyzing artifacts, structures, and landscapes.
• Explore the methods, tools, and procedures employed in the reconstruction of historical cityscapes, providing a comprehensive understanding of urban archaeological investigation.

Module 2: From a border land to the largest settlement in Latium (13th–9th cent. b.c.e.)

• Uncover the evolution of the Palatine Hill from pre-urban and proto-urban epochs to its prominence as the largest settlement in Latium.
• Discover the rich historical significance of the Palatine Hill, providing insights into its cultural and urban development.

Module 3: A city - ruled by kings - is born (8th – 7th century b.c.e.)

• Explore the foundation of Rome, delving into the myth, rites, and archaeological evidence that shaped the birth of the city.
• Unravel the significance of the Palatine Hill during the reigns of earlier kings, providing a comprehensive understanding of its historical evolution.

Module 4: New kings before a new State (6th – 3rd century b.c.e.)

• Delve into the transition from Monarchy to Republic, uncovering the historical and cultural significance of this transformative period.
• Explore the evolution of the Palatine Hill during the reigns of later kings, gaining insights into noble residences, cult places, and its role in shaping the new State.

Module 5: The Masters of an Empire (2nd - end of 1st century b.c.e.)

• Uncover the grandeur of the Palatine Hill during the late republican period, exploring the architectural and cultural legacy of this iconic site.
• Discover the significance of temples, houses, and the house of Octavianus, providing insights into the mastery of the Roman Empire.

Module 6: The Capital of the Empire (end of 1st century b.c.e. – beginning of 1st century c.e.)

• Explore the transition from Republic to Empire, unraveling the historical and architectural transformation of the Palatine Hill.
• Engage with the rich history of the House of Augustus, gaining insights into its cultural and political significance during this era.

Module 7: The Golden City (1st – 2nd century c.e.)

• Uncover the significance of the Palatine Hill during the Julio-Claudian dynasty, exploring the impact of the great fire of 64 c.e. and Nero's Palatine.
• Discover the architectural and cultural evolution of the slopes of the Palatine, providing insights into the golden era of this iconic site.

Module 8: The Golden City and her decline (3rd – 6th century c.e.)

• Explore the architectural and cultural transformation of the Palatine Hill during its decline, uncovering the legacy of imperial palaces, noble residences, and churches.
• Discover the evolving landscape of the Palatine Hill and the cultural heritage that shaped its decline from the golden city to a new sanctuary for the goddess Vesta.