Temple of Jupiter Tonans, Roman temple on Capitoline Hill, Italy
The Temple of Jupiter Tonans stands at the entrance of the Area Capitolina, featuring six Corinthian columns and solid marble block construction.
Emperor Augustus ordered the construction of this temple in 26 BCE after surviving a lightning strike during his military campaign against the Cantabri in Spain.
The temple contained valuable artworks, including a bronze statue of Zeus by Leochares and statues of Castor and Pollux created by Euphranor.
Visitors can examine the temple foundations through archaeological remains near the Musei Capitolini, alongside other ancient Roman structures on Capitoline Hill.
The temple received bells as decorative elements after Augustus had a dream where Jupiter complained about this new temple reducing visitors to his main sanctuary.
Location: Rome
Inception: September 1, 0022 BCE
GPS coordinates: 41.89260,12.48320
Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:06
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