Templo romano, Roman temple in Centro District, Córdoba, Spain
The Templo romano is an ancient temple in the heart of Córdoba featuring eleven white marble columns arranged in a rectangular layout with six columns forming the front facade. The structure rests on an elevated platform, creating a commanding presence that can still be seen along the street today.
The temple was built around 50 AD during Emperor Claudius reign in the colonial city of Cordoba, serving as a place of worship for the city's ruling classes. It remained hidden underground until 1950, when construction work near City Hall brought the ruins to light.
The temple shows how Roman religious practices took root in ancient Hispania, revealing what people valued and worshipped in the colonial city. Its design reflects the architectural traditions that Roman communities brought to the region and shared across their territories.
You'll find the temple on Calle Claudio Marcelo directly opposite City Hall, making it easy to locate and visit during any time of day. The site is well-lit at night and remains open to view from the street without barriers, so you can approach it freely.
The temple was originally oriented facing east toward what was once a Roman circus, a massive venue for chariot racing and public games in the ancient city. This alignment reveals how Romans positioned their sacred and public spaces to create connections within their urban layout.
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