In 48 BC, Roman Military Commander Julius Caesar barely avoided a catastrophic defeat to Pompey near the city of Dyrrachium (in what is now Albania) .

Following Columbus’s landmark voyage, Spain and Portugal found themselves in a race for global dominance. To prevent open ...

1783: Spain regains control of Florida after the British surrender at Yorktown, which effectively grants the United States of ...

At the Pollentia site, archaeologists also found the remains of pigs, sheep, goat, fish and shellfish – showing how varied ...

Why it stands out: A coastal city where Roman ruins sit right by the sea, making history feel less like a part of daily life. Tarragona is one of the most important Roman cities in Spain.

These cities across Spain, where Roman history still shapes the landscape, are where travelers can walk in the footsteps of emperors, soldiers, and everyday citizens. Whether you're a history buff ...

This underrated city in Spain is also the country's oldest Roman city and is home to fascinating ruins as well as excellent eateries with succulent seafood.

The city reflects the Roman past with the coexistence of Christian, Islamic, and Jewish cultures throughout its history. Cordoba is famous for the Mezquita-Cathedral, the Great Mosque of Cordoba ...

Archaeologists have unearthed several Roman buildings and the ruins of a forum in Spain which likely helped integrate local communities into the ancient empire. A team of students, volunteers and ...

Recent archaeological investigations, led by experts from the Institute of Archaeology of Mérida (IAM), have brought to light the remains of an ancient Vacceo-Roman city, hidden underground for more ...

In his new book, “ A Short History of the Roman Mass,” Father Michael Lang, a priest of the Oratory of St. Philip Neri and professor of theology, offers a detailed and accessible overview of ...