1_Temple of Antoninus and Faustina
• The Antoninus and Faustina temple in Rome Italy was originally built in the honor of the revered empress Faustina, who died in 141 AD before her husband Antoninus. After the death of Antoninus, his body was also included in the same temple. The temple was later converted into the Church of Saint Lawrence in Miranda. Many parts of the temple were torn down by the Medieval period and a number of significant events also affected the exterior and interior architecture of the structure in the 15th and 16th centuries.
2_Pantheon
• Constructed back in 126 AD and dedicated to the Roman gods and goddesses, Pantheon is one of the most well-preserved ancient temples in Rome. The Pantheon has an enormous circular portico featuring three ranks of magnificent granite-made colossal Corinthian columns. This portico is connected to a rotunda covered with a dome. Made of concrete, this dome has a central opening, called the Oculus. During the monsoons, it rains through the Oculus, making for a mesmerizing sight to soak in.
3_Temple of Hercules Victor
• One of the most beautiful temples in Rome, the Temple of Hercules Victor is a 10 meters tall late-republican-era temple, set within a lush garden, overlooking the serene Tibet River. Constructed back in 120 BC and dedicated to Herculus Victor, this is one of the first Roman buildings to be made up of Pentelic marble. Over the years, a number of parts of the temple including the roof suffered severe damage and were replaced.
4_Temple of portunus
• Located near the ancient river harbor of Rome and dating back to the early first century B.C.E., the Temple of Portunus is a rectangular temple in Rome, Italy. As its name suggests, it is dedicated to the god Portunus, who is associated with harbors and livestock, though it was previously believed to have been dedicated to Fortuna Virilis, a form of the goddess of Fortuna. The incredible design of the temple features a number of different architectural traditions, including Italic, Hellenistic, and Mediterranean. Back in 872, this temple was converted into a church, however, it was restored as a Roman temple in 1916.
5_Temple of saturn
•Lying on the southeastern slope of the Capitoline Hill and dedicated to Saturn, the God of seed-sowing, Temple of Saturn happens to be one of the most significant temples in Rome. Consecrated in 498 BC under Rome’s last king Tarquinius Superbus, this sacred building is also considered to be one of the oldest Roman temples. Also used as a government and administrative centre in the bygone times, this temple is now in ruins. The original temple suffered many damages over the centuries and went through several restoration programs and the remnants that can be seen today are that of the final restoration during late antiquity.
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- 18 Nov 2024
The Colosseum: A Journey Through Roman Spectacle
The Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, stands as a majestic testament to Roman engineering and entertainment. Its history is a fascinating journey through power, spectacle, and the evolution of a civilization. Here’s a detailed look at its construction, purpose, and legacy: Construction (70-80 AD): Initiated by Emperor Vespasian after the tumultuous Year of […]
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- 18 Nov 2024
It is a famous fountain that was designed by an Italian artist, and it is one of the unforgettable places when you visit it, as it indicates the four continents of the world: Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
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- 18 Nov 2024
It is one of the largest and oldest fountains in Rome, and it is considered a sacred place by the Italians. They believe that it is capable of fulfilling dreams and wishes, and they call it the Fountain of Fortune.
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