September Roman Festivals: The Ludi Romani
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Roman religious festivals weren’t all about priests and sacrifices. Rome's Ludi Romani provided chariot racing and theatre as part of a program that spanned from the 5th to the 19th September. What was the purpose of the games? And why did they take over the month of September?
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Ludi Romani in Plovdiv and Szolnok - NovaRoma
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The Roman Festival of Floralia
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Ludi Romani – Fun and games in Ancient Rome – novelromealone
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Theatre of ancient Rome - Wikiwand
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Roman festivals - Wikipedia
Roman Religion Reformists
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Ludi: Most Up-to-Date Encyclopedia, News & Reviews
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September 5-19 – The Ludi Magni Romani, “The Great Roman Games” – DINOSAURS AND BARBARIANS
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Greek and Roman Theatre - ppt download