5 Facts about the Arch of Titus in the Roman Forum
WEBJun 12, 2017 · 1 The Arch of Titus is like a newspaper. The base-reliefs on the Arch of Titus show scenes from the sack of Jerusalem, when the great city and its temple were completely destroyed. “The Senate and People of Rome, to Divus Titus, son of Divus Vespasian, Vespasian Augustus.”. The use of the word ‘Divo’ means that the arch was …
Arch of Septimius Severus - Facts & History | Roma Wonder
WEBJun 14, 2017 · The striking triumphal Arch of Septimius Severus, located at the western end of the Roman Forum in Rome, Italy, was built in 203 A.D. to commemorate the Emperor’s victory against the Parthians, a population that lived between the modern Iran and Iraq, and his two sons, Caracalla and Geta. Emperor Septimius Severus ruled for 11 years …
The Basilica Aemilia in Rome - Roman Forum Highlights - Roma …
WEBJun 14, 2017 · The Basilica Aemilia was regarded by Pliny as one of the most beautiful buildings in the Ancient Rome. Destroyed and rebuilt several times until 34 B.C., this luxurious public hall had an imposing architecture, decorated with precious marbles and columns. In 54 BC Marcus Emilio Lepido renovated the Basilica and the works were …
Temple of Venus and Rome in the Roman Forum - Roma Wonder
WEBJun 16, 2017 · Venus, the ancestor of the Roman people, was also central to many religious celebrations and was associated to what we may define today as leisure activities. The temple dedicated to the goddess Rome or Roma in Italian faced the Roman Forum. Rome was a more “serious” goddess, a personification of the city of Rome and of the Roman …
The Roman Forum Info, Hours & Tickets | RomaWonder
WEBThe Roman Forum was the most ancient public area in Rome, a large plain made up by several buildings. The ruins that can be seen today in the archaeological area tells us the political, religious and economic events of Rome’s history between the 7th century B.C and the 5th century A.D.
Capitoline Hill in Rome - Information & Facts - Roma Wonder
WEBCapitoline Hill & Piazza del Campidoglio. The Capitoline Hill is the smallest among the 7 hills of Rome. Due to its strategic position, it immediately became the central point for Rome’s major roots and waterways. Therefore, the heart of Ancient Rome developed right there, on the plain between the Imperial Forums and the Tiber River ...
Altare della Patria: Interesting Facts & History | Roma Wonder
WEBJun 14, 2017 · Incredible Quick Facts about the Altare della Patria. 1 Roman people have been given the Altar of the Fatherland many funny nicknames. The monument is also known as: the “typewriter” for its peculiar shape and the “wedding cake”. 2 It’s absolutely forbidden to sit on the steps. 3 The equestrian statue of Victor Emmanuel II is so huge ...
Basilica of Maxentius & Constantine in the Roman Forum
WEBJun 13, 2017 · The Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine set an unprecedented example in terms of scale and space in the history of architecture. Thanks to the use of concrete the Romans were able to shape the space and to create the sense of grandeur. The structure was intended to WOW the audience and to show the power of the Emperor.
Santa Maria in Aracoeli Rome - Info & Opening Hours
WEB5 Facts about the Arch of Titus in the Roman Forum. Ancient Rome Area Attractions.
Altar of The Fatherland Hours & Info - Roma Wonder
WEBOpening Hours: 9.30am - 7.30pm (last admission 6.45 pm) Best Time To Visit: 10.00am or 5.30pm. Tickets: Not Needed (tickets are needed only for the elevators and the museum) Accessibility: Partially Accessible. Kid-friendly Attraction.