Hercules Gate, Roman gate in Pula, Croatia
The Gate of Hercules stands between two round towers, constructed from uncarved stone blocks, with a width of 12 feet and height of 13 feet.
The structure contains an inscription mentioning Lucius Calpurnius Piso and Gaius Cassius Longinus, who established the Roman colony in Pula between 47 and 44 BC.
The carved head of Hercules with a beard, curly hair, and club at the top of the gate represents the guardian figure of ancient Pula.
The gate currently functions as the entrance to the Italian Community building and can be explored through self-guided walking tours available in the area.
The upper circular street passing through the gate creates an oblique communication axis in relation to the city walls, displaying unusual Roman urban planning.
Location: Pula
GPS coordinates: 44.87016,13.84800
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:27
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