When in Rome I - Domus Aurea and the Colossus of Nero




Emperors of Rome show

Summary: WHEN IN ROME'S first episode! The fire of 64CE left vast tracts of the city of Rome clear of buildings. Emperor Nero took advantage of this, constructing a vast prison complex complete with a giant statue to honour himself. Guest: Dr Rhiannon Evans (Mediterranean Studies (Rome) at La Trobe University) Subscribe now in iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/when-in-rome/id1021033252