Forum Nervae, Archaeological site and square in Monti, Italy
Forum Nervae is a Roman archaeological site and square located between the Roman Forum and Suburra with an elongated rectangular layout. The remains show marble columns and wall structures that reveal the complex's former architectural design.
Construction began under Emperor Domitian in 85 AD, but Emperor Nerva completed and opened it in 97 AD. The name change reflected a turning point in Roman history following Domitian's assassination.
The temple of Minerva stood at the heart of religious worship here, showing how Romans honored their gods in public spaces. People gathered to pray and participate in ceremonies that shaped daily life in the city.
The site is divided into two sections separated by Via dei Fori Imperiali, with underground passages connecting different areas of the complex. Access is best from the adjacent Roman forums, where orientation aids are available.
The narrow layout resulted from space constraints between existing structures, leading architects to replace traditional porticos with projecting columns. This unusual solution made the forum an example of Roman ingenuity in urban design.
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