Initially settled by the Umbri people, Ravenna came under Roman Republic control in 89 BC. Octavian built the military harbor of Classis at Ravenna, and the city remained an important seaport on the …

Ravenna was important in history as the capital of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century ce and later (6th–8th century) of Ostrogothic and Byzantine Italy. In ancient times the Adriatic lay nearer …

Justinian turned Ravenna into a pinnacle of civilization. After 200 years, however, the Byzantines got the boot, and Ravenna eventually melted into the background, staying out of historical sight for a …

In Ravenna is a Unesco site with no less than eight World Heritage monuments. Built between the 5 th and the 6 th century a.D., they testify a period of greatness, during which Ravenna — crossway …

Oct 23, 2024 · Ravenna is more than a destination; it’s a journey through time. Its mosaics are a window into the past, telling stories of empires, religions, and artistry that have shaped European history.

Following Roman conquest, Ravenna became an important stop on the Via Popillia and was granted Roman citizenship around 90/89 BC. It was notably the launch point for Julius Caesar's famous …

Ravenna originated around 500 BC as part of the lagoon territory washed by the sea and the sweet water of the Po Delta. It was initially populated by Umbri, Etruscans and Gauls. Ravenna came under …

For just over 70 years, Ravenna was the capital of the Western Roman Empire. Its affluence and artistry resulted in some stunning religious works being created by Byzantine craftsman. Many of these took …

The history of Ravenna is linked to the splendour of the Western Roman Empire, of which it was the capital three times from the beginning of the 5th century A.D. during the rule of Emperor Honorius …

Apr 12, 2025 · While still in the infancy of modern tourism, Ravenna has a rich and complex past that stretches back centuries and should most definitely be celebrated. This remarkable city, once the …