Right
beside the Colosseum is the Roman Forum. This was the political,
religious, legal, and administrative center of ancient city
of Rome. The Roman Forum was just recently excavated (within
the last century). Before that, it was covered by fields and
other structures. There are still a lot of areas covered by
modern roads and buildings, but they cannot be removed because
the city would not be able to accommodate the large amount
of people visiting or living in Rome otherwise.
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The
Temple of Venus and Roma is Rome's most sacred
church. True Romans do not care for the Vatican and St.
Peter's Basilica. They come here to get married, to worship,
etc. |
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Circus
Maximus is where the famous Chariot Races were
held. It is said that the circus could hold 250,000 spectors.
It is located in the valley between the Palatine and Aventine
Hills. |
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The
Trajan Market is the first known "mall".
It is the best preserved of ancient Roman urban environments. |
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The
Arch of Constantine
is the largest and best preserved arch in Rome. It was
created after the General's victory over the Emperor Maxentius
in 312 AD. All the columns, friezes, relieves, and statues
were taken (stolen) from other monuments. |
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The
Arch of Titus
was erected after the Emperor's death in 81 AD to celebrate
his victory over the Judeans and the conquest of Jerusalem. |
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