September Roman Festivals: The Ludi Romani

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?

Rome, Italy 14th September 2013- Ludi Romani- 4th International festival of Roman Culture and Civilisation at the Circus Maximus Stock Photo - Alamy

Rome, Italy 14th September 2013- Ludi Romani- Spartan soldiers at the 4th International festival of Roman Culture and Civilisation at the Circus Maxim - SuperStock

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