Be a Legionnaire for a day.
Discover the evolution of the Roman soldier and test your fighting skills in an experience unlike any other, set in the heart of Rome’s Jewish Ghetto.
You’ll be guided through the history of a legionnaire and you will get to handle weapons and shields faithfully recreated by a Roman artisan and an archaeologist, using historically accurate materials; all proudly made in Italy. Feel the weight of a sword, a spear, and a shield, just as a soldier of Rome once did, and dive in the reality of ancient warfare.
But this won’t just be about history: it’s about action. After learning the fundamentals, you’ll understand the role of a legionnaire, training in the combat techniques of Rome’s elite soldiers. Engage in controlled duels with sword and shield, then test the legendary Testudo formation, locking shields together to defy ncoming attacks, just as Roman legions did in battle. Finally, you will be able to use a Pilum, the feared Roman javelin, and hurl it at a target to witness yourself the power of this iconic weapon.
For centuries, Hollywood has blurred the lines between gladiators and legionnaires. This experience sets the record straight. Not an entertainer for the crowds, but a citizen, a warrior, a soldier- the backbone of Rome’s unstoppable army.
A journey through time, a hands-on immersion into history, and a chance to retrace the footsteps of those who built an empire.
Destination by Design Italia
Via del pesce luna, 134
00054 Fiumicino - Rome Italy
www.dbditalia.it