History

Discover the State of Rome’s first political model, which was a monarchical form of government, from 753 BC until 509 BC. The most accepted date for the foundation of Rome is 753 BC. The first form of government in Rome was monarchical according to the archaeological findings and the legends. In the excavations carried out in the Roman Forum, in the Regia, which was the former royal residence, a glass of bucchero was founding dating from the seventh century with the inscription Rex (king). The word regei was also found on the Lapis Niger, an ancient shrine in the Roman Forum. An inscription found beneath the black marble is considered to be a law. It is also possible to make out when Rome was a kingdom thanks to other institutions in the Lazio region.

Romulus and Remus

There are several fascinating legends and myths on how the city of Rome was founded, all collected by the Italian historian, Tito Livio.

Roman Forum

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Roman Republic

The Roman Republic was installed after the Roman kingdom was overthrown in 509BC and lasted until 27BC. One of the most important figures of this period is Julius Caesar.