Roman Empire Gets a Google Maps Makeover!
Imagine plotting a road trip across ancient Rome like it’s 2025—scientists just did! Stanford’s ORBIS 2.0 is a jaw-dropping digital atlas mapping 50,000+ miles of Roman roads, 900+ cities, and even sea routes. Pick your chariot (or donkey), budget your denarii, and dodge bandits on the Via Appia. This isn’t just history—it’s your empire adventure, now with real travel times and costs. Strap up, gladiator!
Read the full story here ➡️ https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/scientists-create-a-google-maps-of-the-roman-empire-plan-your-trip-along-their-famous-roads/