Domus Romane, Archaeological museum beneath Palazzo Valentini in Rome, Italy
Domus Romane is an archaeological museum beneath Palazzo Valentini displaying two excavated Roman residential houses from ancient times. The rooms still show preserved mosaics, wall paintings, and marble coverings that once decorated the homes of wealthy families.
The houses were built in the 2nd century AD by wealthy Roman families near the Imperial Forums. Remains of a temple dedicated by Emperor Hadrian to his predecessors Trajan and Plotina were later discovered beneath the palace.
The rooms display how wealthy Romans lived, with surviving mosaics and wall paintings that still reflect their craftsmanship and artistic taste. Visitors can see how these homes are brought back to life through light and projection, showing the daily reality of the people who lived there.
Access is through guided tours in small groups to protect the remains and ensure visitor safety. It is best to book in advance since spaces are limited.
Projection technology makes the rooms appear in their original form and lighting, as if the residents were still living there. This reconstruction reveals details of ancient life that would otherwise only be accessible through archaeology books.
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