Roman London’s first basilica found under an office block – here’s what it reveals about the ancient city
Archaeologists from the Museum of London have discovered a well-preserved part of the ancient city of London’s first Roman basilica underneath the basement of an office block. The basilica was constructed for use as a public building in the 70s or early 80s AD.
An ancient Roman basilica has been discovered below London's financial district
The basilica, dating back some 1,900 years, was found during excavations that took place as part of the demolition of a building in the heart of London.
Archaeologists discover London's first Roman basilica under office building
An office building from the 1930s in London was about to be demolished — until remnants of the city’s first Roman basilica were found in the basement.
2,000-year-old Roman basilica found in London office basement
Experts are surprised at how much of the basilica, or town hall, survived. The ancient building was part of Roman London’s political and commercial center.
Archeologists unearth the remains of a Roman basilica on the site of a new London skyscraper
Archeologists exploring the site of a planned 32-story office tower announced Thursday that they have unearthed remains of a Roman basilica that once stood at the heart of the city known as Londinium.
Video shows 2,000-year-old Roman structure discovered under central London
Museum of London Archaeology researchers recently discovered remains of London's first Roman basilica near the city's Leadenhall Market.
This 2,000-Year-Old Roman Basilica Was Just Discovered Under an Office Building
The first Roman basilica found in London will soon be incorporated into modern architecture—blending ‘then’ and ‘now’ into one.
A 2,000-Year-Old Roman Basilica Was Found Beneath An Old Office Building In London
Beneath an old office building in London, archaeologists unearthed the ruins of a 2,000-year-old Roman basilica that was remarkably well-preserved. […]
Ruins of oldest Roman basilica ever found in London uncovered on construction site in heart of U.K. capital
Archaeologists say the remnants of an ancient Roman basilica unearthed in the heart of London are "one of the most ...
An Ancient Burial Ground Has Been Preserved Under an Alpine City for More than 2,000 Years
Archaeologists have already found more than 200 tombs—and they think that might be just the tip of the iceberg.
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How to Build an Underground House, Ancient Gym, and Decorated Living Space
Watch the full construction of a stunning underground house, complete with an ancient-style gym, a beautifully decorated bedroom, and a cozy living room—all built using primitive tools and techniques!
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Building the Ancient City: Athens and Rome
The first city of a million was built two thousand years ago. But how did they make Ancient Athens and Rome work without petrol, gas or electricity? Professor Wallace-Hadrill finds out.