rome: engineering an empire

History 608, 9.30pm

One of the most powerful civilisations in history, the Roman empire ruled the world for more than five centuries. Although renowned for its military prowess, Rome’s real power stemmed from its unprecedented mastery of urban planning and engineering. This docuseries hosted by Peter Weller chronicles Rome’s spectacular structural history from the rise of Julius Caesar in 55 BC to the empire’s eventual collapse in 537 AD, and showcases how each ruler left their mark – some stately, some sordid – on the city famous for its awe-inspiring Colosseum and subterranean aqueducts. Prepare to be amazed by the majesty of it all.