Ancient Roman Ambience Io Saturnalia

243 AD The air is lush with the scent of exotic herbs and grilled meats. As you proceed through the lavishing streets, dancers and musicians pass by. You smile, remembering the invitation this evening at the banquet of Gordian III. Today you will feast like gods. If you enjoy my content and want to help me keep my videos adfree, buy me a coffee Every tip is greatly appreciated and helps me create better videos :) Io Saturnalia Thank you for 2000 citizens, without you this wouldn t be possible :) Fun facts about Saturnalia: Saturnalia is an ancient Roman festival and holiday in honour of the god Saturn, held on 17 December of the Julian calendar and later expanded with festivities through to 23 December. The holiday was celebrated with a sacrifice at the Temple of Saturn, in the Roman Forum, and a public banquet, followed by private giftgiving, continual partying, and a carnival atmosphere that overturned Roman social norms: gambling wa