A regular podcast series about place and space in the ancient Roman Empire. “I found Rome built of sun-dried bricks; I leave her clothed in marble.” - Augustus.
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Episode XVIII - Diocletian's Palace
When the Emperor Diocletian retired in 305CE he wanted to be well away from the troubles of co-ruling an empire, and withdrew to a large fortified palace on the shores of Split, Croatia. Guest: Dr Christopher Gribbin (Fellow, School of Historical and Philosophical Studies, University of Melbourne)