ROMA AETERNA

Your Daily Dose of Empire

Day 1 of thinking about Rome
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Architecture

The Pantheon's Impossible Dome

The Pantheon's dome remained the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome for over 1,300 years. Built in 126 AD, it's still standing strong while modern concrete structures crumble after decades.

Quote of the Day

"What we do now echoes in eternity." - Marcus Aurelius

Today's Roman Date

XII
02/12/2026 12

Roman Stats

🛣️ Roads built: 250,000+ miles
🏛️ Years Pantheon standing: 1,897
👥 Peak population: 65 million
⚔️ Legions at peak: 150+