A well-preserved head from a sculpture is among the treasures unearthed at the Villa delle Vignacce complex in Aqueduct Park, on the southeastern side of Rome. Break ground anywhere, and youll likely find remnants of the citys glorious past. But now, although digs still go on, preservation and public presentation are favored over excavation. (American Institute for Roman Culture)
The Villa delle Vignacce complex is in Aqueduct Park, which is crossed by an ancient water conduit on its way into Rome. (American Institute for Roman Culture)
A sign identifies the villa, which was owned during Imperial Roman times by brick manufacturer Quintus Servilius Pudens. Among the treasures unearthed in Aqueduct Park are intricately worked mosaics and structural evidence of a 1st or 2nd century bathing complex. (Susan Spano / Los Angeles Times)
Excavators work on the ruins of the bath complex. The American Institute for Roman Culture began excavating at the park in 2006. The multistory bathhouse contained intact Roman saunas, although it is unclear whether it was part of a private villa or a public complex. (American Institute for Roman Culture)
A depth and survey reading is taken in the ruins at Aqueduct Park in Rome. (American Institute for Roman Culture)
