About this episode
This episode explores the significance of the Porta Nigra in Roman history and its impact on early Christianity in Trier.
To the Romans the Porta Nigra would have been nothing remarkable - while it’s an impressive city gate, there were many like it, offering entrance through the walls into the Roman city of Augusta Treverorum. To today’s residents and visitors to Trier in Germany, it is a reminder of the city’s Roman past, as well an important part of early Christianity. Guest: Dr Christian Rollinger (Senior Lecturer, Ancient History, University of Trier)
People in this episode
Guest: Dr Christian Rollinger
Topics covered
- Roman history
- architecture
- Christianity
- Trier
- city gates
Keywords
- Porta Nigra
- Roman city
- Augusta Treverorum
- Trier
- early Christianity
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Augusta Treverorum, Trier, Germany
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