Arch of Titus, Triumphal arch in Roman Forum, Italy.
The Arch of Titus is a white marble monument in the Roman Forum that measures roughly 13.5 meters wide and 15.4 meters tall. The interior walls carry detailed relief panels showing the entry of Roman forces into Jerusalem.
Emperor Domitian commissioned the arch in 81 CE to honor his deceased brother Titus. The construction followed the military victory over Jerusalem and the destruction of the Temple in 70 CE.
The relief panels show the seven-branched candelabrum and other items from the Temple of Jerusalem brought to Rome. These carvings document events that remain central to Roman and Jewish history today.
The structure stands at the entrance to the Roman Forum archaeological site and is included in the combination ticket. Morning visits often offer better light for viewing the relief work.
The ceiling of the passageway shows the earliest known depiction of a deceased Roman emperor ascending to join the gods. This scene was part of the Roman belief in divine transformation after death.
Location: Roman Forum
Inception: 82
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Website: https://parcocolosseo.it/mirabilia/arco-di-tito
GPS coordinates: 41.89072,12.48859
Latest update: December 4, 2025 19:01
Triumphal arches document military and historical events of their time. These monuments to victories and commemoration stand in cities around the world. The structures combine architectural elements with historical documentation through reliefs, inscriptions, and sculptures. The collection includes Roman triumphal arches such as the Arch of Constantine, Arch of Titus, and Arch of Septimius Severus in Rome, along with the Arch of Trajan in Benevento. Paris features the Arc de Triomphe, Porte Saint-Denis, and Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Siegestor in Munich, and Puerta de Alcalá in Madrid document European history. Further examples include the India Gate in New Delhi, Patuxaï in Vientiane, and Arch 22 in Banjul. In North America, the Washington Square Arch and Soldiers' and Sailors' Arch stand in New York, while the Gateway Arch rises in St. Louis. The Triumphal Arch of Orange and Hadrian's Arch in Athens demonstrate ancient Roman architecture.
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