Temple of Venus Erycina

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Temple of Venus Erycina, Ancient religious sanctuary near Via Belisario, Rome, Italy.

The Temple of Venus Erycina stands on the Quirinal Hill, featuring architectural elements that represent Roman religious construction techniques from the 2nd century BC.

The consul Lucius Porcius Licinius established the temple in 184 BC during the conflict with the Ligurians, completing its dedication in 181 BC.

The temple celebrated two major festivals called Vinalia on April 23rd and October 24th, gathering Romans for religious ceremonies and offerings.

The temple location at coordinates 41.909978, 12.496506 allows visitors to explore multiple ancient Roman structures within walking distance of the site.

A denarius coin minted in 57 BC displays the temple's facade on its reverse side, providing a rare visual record of its original appearance.

Location: Rome

GPS coordinates: 41.90998,12.49651

Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:31

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