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Rostra, Archaeological site in Italy

The Rostra is a large platform built in the city of Rome that stood during the Republican and Imperial eras.

Originated from the early Roman Republic, the Rostra was used by the Romans as a place for public speeches and proclamations.

Throughout years, the Rostra space has played a crucial role in political, social and commercial aspects of Ancient Roman society.

Should you find yourself in Rome, the ancient ruins of the Rostra are not to be missed.

The name 'Rostra' comes from the six warship rams that decorated the front of the structure.

Location: Rome

Source: Wikimedia

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Rostra Archaeological site in Italy

The Rostra is a large platform built in the city of Rome that stood during the Republican and Imperial eras.

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Rostra
Rostra Archaeological site in Italy
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Rostra Vetera Ancient podium in Rome

The Rostra Vetera, located in the Roman Forum, served as a grandstand for public speeches.

Italy 4 m
Rostra Vetera
Rostra Vetera Ancient podium in Rome
Italy 4 m
Rostra Augusti Historic rostra in Rome

The Rostra Augusti is an impressive platform for public speakers in the Roman Forum.

Italy 4 m
Rostra Augusti
Rostra Augusti Historic rostra in Rome
Italy 4 m
Ficus, Olea, Vitis Sacred site in Italy

The area of the fig tree, olive tree, and vine symbolizes a connection with nature.

Italy 7 m
Ficus, Olea, Vitis
Ficus, Olea, Vitis Sacred site in Italy
Italy 7 m
Plutei of Trajan Ancient balusters in Italy

The Plutei of Trajan are marble barriers that once stood in the Roman Forum.

Italy 7 m
Plutei of Trajan
Plutei of Trajan Ancient balusters in Italy
Italy 7 m
Rostral columns of Gaius Duilius Victory column in Italy

The rostral columns of Gaius Duilius commemorate Roman naval victories.

Italy 7 m
Rostral columns of Gaius Duilius
Rostral columns of Gaius Duilius Victory column in Italy
Italy 7 m
Umbilicus urbis Romae Archaeological site in Rome

The Umbilicus Urbis Romae is considered the symbolic center of the city of Rome.

Italy 10 m
Umbilicus urbis Romae
Umbilicus urbis Romae Archaeological site in Rome
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Milliarium Aureum Archaeological find in Rome

The Milliarium Aureum, also known as the Golden Milestone, was a monument placed by Emperor Augustus in the central forum of Ancient Rome.

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Milliarium Aureum
Milliarium Aureum Archaeological find in Rome
Italy 12 m
Decennalia Victory column in Rome

The Decennalia column commemorates the tenth anniversary of Emperor Diocletian's reign.

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Decennalia
Decennalia Victory column in Rome
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Altar of Saturn Ancient altar in Rome

The Altar of Saturn is an ancient monument dedicated to the Roman god of wealth and agriculture.

Italy 14 m
Altar of Saturn
Altar of Saturn Ancient altar in Rome
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