The name Montichiello derives from its legendary Roman origins and its original Latin name “Mons Cloelii”..
Surrounded by ancient city walls that are still intact, the small yet spacious village of Montichiello is a delight to stroll through its quiet paved streets. Vases with flowers adorn window sills of the ancient Medieval buildings that are beautifully preserved by the proud locals who take excellent care of their tiny oasis in a sea of undulating hills and patchworks of valleys.
Ancient architecture has been a topic of wonder to humanity, and it never fails to amaze us. It makes us curious about the origin of humankind and their lifestyle in prehistoric times. The past stories are astonishing to hear, but little do we know about the real secrets that reside within the withered facades of ancient buildings. Many things are left to be discovered, and many facts are not well known to the majority of the population. Here are some interesting facts about the Architecture marvels of the Ancient world.