January 1, 128
The Pantheon, Rome's architectural masterpiece, was reconstructed under Emperor Hadrian between 118-128 CE, featuring the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome measuring 43.3 meters in diameter.
March 23, 1900
Sir Arthur Evans began systematic excavations of the Palace of Knossos in Crete, revealing one of the most significant Bronze Age archaeological sites in the Mediterranean region. The massive complex spanned 150,000 square feet and provided unprecedented insights into ancient Minoan civilization.
