Simona Rotunno Guide Conférencière FR

24/03/2025

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26/02/2025

02/02/2025

Around 5000 years ago, Sumerians, who lived in ancient Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq), revolutionized how we perceive and measure time. They developed a sophisticated numerical system based on the number 60, known as the sexagesimal system. This unique system led to the division of an hour into 60 minutes and a minute into 60 seconds, concepts that are still in use today.

Sumerians' need for precise timekeeping was driven by their agricultural society. Accurate calendars were essential for planting and harvesting crops. They also needed to coordinate their complex religious ceremonies and administrative activities.

To aid their timekeeping, the Sumerians made significant advancements in astronomy. They observed the movements of celestial bodies and used this knowledge to create a lunar calendar with 12 months, which closely aligned with the agricultural seasons.

The division of the day into 24 hours, each hour into 60 minutes, and each minute into 60 seconds was a monumental achievement. These divisions were not arbitrary but were designed to be practical and easily divisible, reflecting the Sumerians' advanced understanding of mathematics.

This innovative approach to time had a profound impact on later civilizations, including the Babylonians, Greeks, and Romans, who adopted and further developed the Sumerian system. The legacy of the Sumerians' timekeeping system is evident in our modern clocks and calendars, demonstrating the enduring influence of their ingenuity on our daily lives.

28/01/2025

[Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina 🧡 SICILIA]

Prepare to be mesmerized by the breathtaking mosaic of the Great Hunt, nestled within the opulent Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina, Sicily—a true testament to the audacity of ancient Roman creativity. Crafted in the 4th century AD, this magnificent floor tapestry unfurls over 60 meters (197 feet) and unapologetically illustrates the raw spectacle of exotic beasts being ensnared for the entertainment of the Roman elite. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, this villa screams of the excess and splendid decadence that defined the Roman Empire, showcasing not just artistry but a blatant display of power and wealth. This mosaic doesn’t just highlight the technical prowess of its creators; it forces us to confront the brutal significance of hunting within the cultural tapestry of Roman life—a chilling reminder of humanity's extravagant appetite for domination.

27/01/2025

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24/12/2024

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21/12/2024

[DANS 6 MOIS LYON AURA PEUT-ÊTRE LE MÊME SORT...⛔️🚘]

EXCLUSIF - Les professionnels, accompagnés par deux fédérations nationales, déposent ce vendredi un recours contre la Ville de Paris pour annuler la zone à trafic limité, mise en place début novembre par arrêté préfectoral.