Babylonia - one of the most widely renowned ancient civilisations to have ever existed. Known for its impressive walls and buildings and its reputation as a great seat of learning and culture the unique lifestyle and cultural beliefs of the Babylonians still interest historians and compel the world to this day, with their vast legacy still standing over 3000 years onwards. In the 2nd millennium BC, Mesopotamia (an ancient cultural region where Babylonia once stood) was known as the ‘Cradle of Civilisation’. Framed by the Euphrates and Tigris rivers, and the fertile land surrounding, Mesopotamia was a key area for change and development in the ancient Middle East. It included many historically important city states, including Assyria to the north, Elam to the south-east and Babylonia towards the centre.
Humanities 101 25 July, 2015 The Parthenon High above the city of Athens sets the Parthenon. Although it is simple in structure, the wonderful artistry of this structure impacted classical architecture and still influences structures to this day. The Parthenon was built to house a grand, gold and ivory statue of the goddess Athena. Temples traditionally were to only be viewed from the outside (The Parthenon); the Doric style columns often interrupted the view of the temples. It was the largest Doric Greek temple but also used the Ionic temple styles (Ancient History).
Spartan Government Introduction Sparta or Lacadamonia is one of the best known and remembered of the Greek city states although known in particular for its military prowess Sparta was the first government in history to create a constitution in the form of Lycurgus’s Great Rhetra that outlined the rights and responsibilities of its citizens and government. This report will explore the four arms of Spartan government The Ephorate, The Ekklesia, The Gerousia and The Kings through the ancient sources of Herodotus, Xenophon, Plutarch, Aristotle and Thucydides as well as modern historians. The Ephorate Role and Duties Top of Form The Ephors in Sparta were highly respected elders and magistrates who were elected for one year from the Spartiate population, according to Xenophon the Ephors pledged obedience to Sparta monthly “The Ephors swear on behalf of the city” (28,Xenephon) the Ephors not only obeyed the law but enforced it they were allowed to punish and fine law breakers on the spot and were allowed to collect immediate payment according to Xenophon “The Ephors have the power to fine anyone they wish, the right to secure payment on the spot, the right also to dismiss office-holders, and to actually imprison them and put them on trial for their lives.” (62, Xenophon, 1998). The Ephors also had responsibility for the overseeing of the Agoge system and the health of young Spartiate males the Ephors were responsible for all the numerous physical tests and challenges placed given to the young men, according to Plutarch and Plato the Ephors also picked the members of the Kryptia a group of young men in the final stages of their agoge training who would be let out into the Spartan wilderness with knives and told to kill any helots they came across although the existence of such a group has been debated by modern historians. The Ephors could summon members of
He ruled from January 28, 98AD to August 9, 117AD. After him came in Publius Aelius Traianus Hadrianus. HE was known as "The Emperor who built Hadrian's Wall." He started ruling on August 10, 117 till July 10, 138AD. Antoninus Pius started ruling by associating with the government.When he ruled the empire was peaceful and prosperous, it was the most pleasing period in the history of the Roman Empire thats why he was known as the "The Excellent Emperor".
Assignment 2.07 Short Reflective Writing Great works of architecture can stand the test of time. Their feats still manage to amaze the public today and gather thousands of visitors each year. The Colosseum is one of these works and is a grand statement of Roman glory. Also known as the Flavian amphitheater, the Colosseum was built under the direction of the emperor, Vespasian starting in 70 BCE. It is located east of the Roman Forum in the center of the city of Rome.
The Hellenistic period marks the transformation of Greek society from the localized and introverted city-states, to an open, cosmopolitan culture. The Hellenistic period saw an increased influence from the other cultures that had formed part of Alexander’s empire. This city was grand in vision designed and embellished with a profusion of ornament. Rather than the naturalistic focus of art, Hellenistic style developed the mosaic as an art form. Sculptures were fluid and expressive and often monumental in scale.
Los Angeles and Atlanta represent two very different portions of the United States. Los Angeles is located on the West Coast, and Atlanta is on the East Coast. L.A. remains the second-largest city in the United States pertaining to its populace. Atlanta is without a doubt the most populous in Georgia. These metropolises are huge assets to their states in terms of industry, phenomenal societies, and entertainment.
The Meaning of the Pantheon Hadrian’s Pantheon is one of the greatest architecture of all time. It speaks of an ever wider world then imperial Rome, and has left a grand treasure upon more than any other building. The far-reaching influence of the Pantheon, compounded of mystery and fact, upon subsequent architecture is undeniable: the Santa Maria del Fiore in Florence, the Hedwigskirche in Berlin, Villa Rotonda in Vicenza, the Round Temple at Ostia and the Chapel in Maser, etc. These progeny of Pantheon are the result indicated an imagery expressing universality, which made the Pantheon possible to be meaningful in different ways in different historical periods. In fact, at the back of the Pantheon porch is an inscription of 1632, placed there by Urban VIII.
The Arab-Islamic world was flourishing in the Middle East, North Africa, Asia, and in Spain. In the seventh century, Spain was the most advanced country in Europe under the Arab Muslim’s leadership. Most Arab countries have several universities. “al-Azhar University” in Egypt and “Zaytouna University” in Tunisia are two of the oldest universities in the world. Arabs have made major contribution to the world.
Roman Architecture The creative and efficient design of roman architecture has influenced the features and theory behind many of our most admirable structures today. The Roman’s carry many successful buildings to their name as they greatly influenced the time in which they were introduced. Some of the Roman’s most recognized and appreciated innovations were the aqueduct, the roads, the dome and the invention of concrete. There are many reasons as to why the Roman building was so accepted, mostly because of their unique yet successful ideas and reliable materials. To start the Roman’s were a very advanced society.