Ancient Rome was a hot topic in 2023, exploding as a trend on TikTok and making headlines around the world frequently throughout the year. Here is a round-up of some of the biggest Ancient Rome stories from the Eternal City in 2023.
The year began with Italy confirming its bid to have the Via Appia Antica inserted in the UNESCO World Heritage List, pending a decision in summer 2024. The bid refers to the full Appian Way route, from Rome to Brindisi, including the Via Traiana built by Emperor Trajan as an extension of the ancient Roman road from Beneveneto to Brindisi.
