Exploring Ancient Rome: Uncovering Fascinating Facts

👗Romans wore togas on ceremonial occasions, while the average Roman wore tunics as their everyday garment.

🧼Romans used urine to wash their clothes, as ammonia formed when it broke down, providing an effective cleaning agent.

🚿Public bathing facilities, including toilets and baths, were common in Ancient Rome, promoting cleanliness and hygiene.

🏛️Roman concrete was superior to modern concrete, as it hardened quickly and had self-healing properties.

⚔️Gladiators fought against each other and occasionally against animals like lions, but actual deaths were not as frequent as commonly believed.

Did Romans really wash their clothes in urine?

—Yes, Romans recognized that urine, when stored for some time, breaks down into ammonia, which was effective in cleaning clothes.

Did Romans have vomitoriums?

—They did have areas called 'vomitoriums' in large venues like stadiums, but it was not for purging; they were designed to quickly evacuate large crowds.

What snacks did Romans eat at the Coliseum?

—Romans snacked on nuts, fruits like figs and grapes, and even grilled meat using portable braziers.

Why is Roman concrete considered superior?

—Roman concrete, made with quicklime and with the ability to harden quickly and self-heal, was more durable than modern concrete.

Were gladiators often killed in combat?

—While gladiators occasionally died in combat, most fights were heavily choreographed and designed to entertain the audience.

00:00Introduction and professor's specialization.

00:10Question about Roman attire: distinction between togas and tunics.

00:20Question about Romans washing clothes in urine and its effectiveness.

00:47Question about the existence of vomitoriums and their actual purpose.

01:30Question about snacks at the Coliseum and excavations revealing evidence of food remains.

03:14Question about the durability of Roman concrete and its modern-day properties.

04:48Question about gladiators fighting lions and the frequency of deaths.

06:19Question about Roman inventions and their continued use today.

06:59Question about the presence of bars in ancient Rome.

07:18Question about whether Roman statues were painted and their vibrant appearance.

08:59Question about the Romans' approach to sex and sexuality.

09:52Question about the effectiveness of public toilets and overall hygiene in ancient Rome.

10:14Question about the toys Romans children played with.