Basilica of Neptune, Archaeological remains of a Roman basilica near Pantheon, Rome, Italy
The Basilica of Neptune is an archaeological site of a Roman basilica near the Pantheon with a rectangular layout and marble remains. The preserved foundations show the arrangement of interior spaces and the positions where columns and decorations originally stood.
A prominent Roman constructed the basilica in the 20s BC as a monument, and later an emperor carried out extensive restoration work. This renovation demonstrated how important the building remained for the city of Rome.
The name refers to its original role as a gathering place for merchants and judges in ancient Rome. Visitors can still see traces of this public function in the preserved foundations and decorative elements.
The ruins are located centrally between two other ancient structures and are freely accessible from the street. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes, as the site consists only of excavated foundations and partially uneven ground.
The remains still show marble fragments with dolphins and tridents at several spots, symbolizing connections to the sea. These motifs have rarely survived and give visitors a rare glimpse into the original decoration of such ancient buildings.
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