The basilica was part of the forum, the social, political and commercial heart of Roman London, where people went to shop, mingle, seek justice and hear the latest edicts from political leaders.
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Archaeologists say the remnants of an ancient Roman basilica unearthed in the heart of London are "one of the most ...
The remains of London's first Roman Basilica have been uncovered in the middle of the City of London. The ruins were found beneath 85 Gracechurch Street, near Leadenhall Market. The discovery, made by ...
The 2,000-year-old basilica was “once the beating heart of Roman London,” the Museum of London Archaeology said. By Claire Moses Reporting from London Archaeologists have unearthed the ...
“It kind of towers above the city. And so it’s a real symbol of Roman power and authority.“We’re talking about the early stages of London here, but it’s a real sign of investment in the ...
“And we were amazed that there’s actually a really, really substantial piece of the first Roman basilica surviving.” After London and two other towns were destroyed during a revolt against ...