The uncovering of Rome's imperial forums is one of the most important archaelogical events taking place in Europe.

These webcams let you keep an eye on the excavations.

You can also spot the dome of St Peter's Basilica and the Colosseum (above).

The cameras are user-controlled - great while you have control but frustrating when someone else is waving it about.

The site is backed up with lots of detailed information about the dig and the history of the area.

If the nearest you have come to Roman history is watching Gladiator, this could be the webcam for you.

www.capitolium.org/eng/virtuale/webview.htm