During a Roman festival at the archaeological park of Carnuntum I watched a reenactment of a Roman wedding. That way I learned about the tradition, that the Roman bride is cloaked. More…
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Romanesque chapel in Petronell-Carnuntum
Near the entrance of the Archaeological Park Carnuntum one can also have this great view of a Romanesque chapel dating back to the 12th century. The chapel is dedicated to St John the Baptist (Johannes der Täufer) Love the shape of the conical roof added in 17th century. More…
Heidentor in Carnuntum
On a train journey from Vienna to Carntuntum-Petronell I took this photo of an ancient Roman monument. The structure is part of the archaeology park Carnuntum. Local people call this monument Heidentor (Pagans’ Gate).
Roman sewer cover in Carnuntum
Reconstruction of an ancient Roman sewer cover seen at the Archaeological Park Carnuntum located in the Austrian state Niederösterreich (Lower Austria). More…
Roman legionaries in Carnuntum
Roman legionaries seen at a festival on the grounds of a former Roman city in the east of Vienna. More…
Roman fashion show in Carnuntum
During a festival on the grounds of the archaeology park Carnuntum a Roman fashion show took place. The audience was not only told about the elements of ancient fashion but also how to put on a toga. By the way the lady with the red scarf is portraying a Roman bride. More…