Temple of Aesculapius, Ancient Roman temple on Tiber Island, Italy
The Temple of Aesculapius stands on Tiber Island in Rome, featuring traditional Roman architectural elements and dedicated spaces for healing practices.
The Roman Senate ordered the temple construction between 293 and 290 BC during a severe plague, following consultation with the Sibylline Books.
The temple combined religious practices with medical treatments, as Romans visited the site seeking cures through rituals and sacred water sources.
The temple location is accessible via the Ponte Fabricio bridge, connecting the island to the eastern bank of the Tiber River.
The front section of Tiber Island was modified to resemble a ship, with travertine blocks forming the bow and stern shapes.
Location: Rome
GPS coordinates: 41.89022,12.47841
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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