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Pop quiz for aficionados of antiquities: where are the biggest Roman ruins located? Not Rome, as you might be inclined to think, but rather the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon. With plague anxieties persisting, however, they might as well be on the surface of Mars. Which is why a new virtual-tourism venture exploring Baalbek, home to the largest Roman temple ever built, as well as an array of other grandiose ancient structures, is so well-timed.
Known by the 4th-century Greeks as Heliopolis, or the City of Sun, the hilltop complex was named after the Phoenician god Baal and was first inhabited as early as 9000 BC. But it was during the Roman Empire under Julius Caesar that Baalbek (also spelled Baalbeck), would come into its own as a colony and venerated holy site. By AD 150 its three temples Jupiter, Bacchus and Venus attracted thousands of pilgrims, and today its colossal structures are considered among the finest examples of Imperial Roman architectural prowess.
The Fascinating Ancient History of Athens’ Monastiraki Square
Monastiraki Square in Athens. Credit: C messier/Wikimedia Commons/CC BY-SA 4.0
Located in the heart of Athens, Monastiraki Square is a unique blend of styles, cultures and eras, ever-changing and vibrant. It is without question one of the most charming and lively areas in the Greek capital.
If you just stand at the center of Monastiraki Square and take a good look around you, you can form a more or less complete picture of Athens’ past and present, all within just a few square meters.
” width=”1080″>Layout of Monastiraki Square reflects the history of Athens
(Family Features) Building an appreciation for history is one way to help kids understand and connect with the world around them. History not only shows how people lived long ago, but it also gives clues about how society evolved into what it is today.
From playing games and visiting museums to exploring cultural heritage sites virtually, thereâs no shortage of ways to engage kids in fun history lessons.
Historical literature
From traditional bound books to digital formats, thereâs a practically endless list of titles dedicated to historical people, places and events. If your child has an interest in a particular topic, consider starting with an age-appropriate non-fiction book that gives a high-level perspective of the topic. Then delve deeper by looking into biographies about the people involved and even related fictional tales to build knowledge and a broader perspective.