Forum Piscarium, Ancient fish market in Rome, Italy.
The Forum Piscarium functioned as a specialized marketplace where Roman merchants sold fresh fish and marine products to the city's residents and visitors seeking high-quality seafood.
Originally established during the Roman Republic period, the Forum Piscarium was destroyed by fire in 210 BC and rebuilt the following year, later being incorporated into the larger Macellum complex in 179 BC.
The fish market served not only as a commercial hub but also as a social gathering place where Romans from different communities exchanged goods and participated in food-related rituals honoring sea deities.
Located at coordinates 41.8927°N latitude and 12.4865°E longitude near the Roman Forum, the site remains accessible to modern visitors exploring the archaeological remains of ancient Roman commercial districts.
Unlike other Roman forums that dealt with various goods, the Forum Piscarium was exclusively dedicated to aquatic commerce, featuring marble slabs specifically designed for displaying and preserving fresh fish.
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