First views of the palace of Augustus

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http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/gallery/2007/dec/11/world.archaeology?picture=331526883

[ivankirigin]

I just went on a cross country road trip with my brother. We listened to a good chunk of Gibbon's "The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire". It's astounding.

Give it as a gift to anyone who thinks today's political and social class is at all historically unique.

[mattmaroon]

I think, given the similarity in wall decor, that Augustus may also have owned my house in Ohio at some point. I hope archaeologists aren't upset at the changes I've made.

[sspencer]

It's very beautiful. I wonder how far they intend to restore it? I would pay quite a bit to see it as it is now, let alone further restored.

[staunch]

Breathtaking. I must see it in person. Can't wait.