Gardens of Lucullus, Ancient Roman gardens on Pincian Hill, Rome, Italy
The complex extended across multiple terraces connected by monumental staircases, with a circular temple structure at its highest point.
General Lucullus constructed these gardens using wealth from his victory over Mithridates in 63 BCE on the Pincian Hill location.
The gardens introduced a new concept of luxury living in Rome, combining residential architecture with elaborate landscaping and water features.
Remains of the structure are visible in the basement of Sacred Heart Convent, displaying late Republican construction techniques in opus reticulatum.
The gardens featured a grand two-flight transverse staircase leading to the highest terrace, decorated with a large exedra.
Location: Rome
Inception: 60 BCE
Founders: Lucullus
GPS coordinates: 41.90650,12.48340
Latest update: May 10, 2025 21:20
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