Sentences with phrase «roman city gate»

On a guided visit, see the town's splendid Gothic cathedral, 12th - century stone bridge, and the Porta Praetoria — the ancient Roman city gate.

On a guided visit, venture into the medieval center to see its splendid Gothic cathedral, 12th - century stone bridge, and the Porta Praetoria — the ancient Roman city gate.

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Entering the Old City at the historic Jaffa Gate, Demetrios was ceremonially welcomed by the bishops and priests of the Greek Orthodox Brotherhood of the Holy Sepulchre, Israeli government and municipal officials, a police honor guard, six bemedaled consuls - general, representatives of the Roman Catholic, Armenian, Syrian Orthodox and Ethiopian churches, two uniformed Dragomen, a baton tossing drum - major, the Arab Orthodox Boy Scout drum and bugle corps, uniformed schoolgirls, scores of monks, nuns, reporters, cameramen and a smattering of curious tourists.

Roman society was understandably outraged when Cybele traveled to the gates of their city but, preoccupied as the Romans then were with invading Celts, could do little to keep her out.

Or possibly like one of the more degenerate Roman emperors realizing the Visigoths had breached the city gates for the first time in 800 years.

Regensburg, Germany, is a fascinating medieval city that history buffs will love with its 1,300 listed buildings of «historical interest» and architectural wonders, such as the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria, gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD.

Visit Antalya this January and find yourself in the narrow cobbled streets of Kaleici, the city's historic quarter, to see beautifully preserved ancient Roman landmarks such as Hadrian's Gate and Hidirlik Tower.

Enjoy a guided tour of the impressive Roman and medieval buildings located around the city, including the Porta Nigra which is one of the best - preserved Roman gates in Europe and has UNESCO World Heritage status, discover why Trier is a very important part of Germany's heritage.

These include the Roman theatre and the old city gate which are thought to date back to the third century BC.

BUILD A MIGHTY ROMAN PROVINCE √ Build and manage your own unique city - state √ Defend your city with Towers, Traps, Walls, Gates and garrisoned units