Villa of Domitian, Roman archaeological site in Castel Gandolfo, Italy
The Villa of Domitian extends across multiple terraces in the Alban Hills, featuring ancient cisterns, aqueducts, and a cryptoporticus system at 20 kilometers from Rome.
Emperor Domitian commissioned this residential complex between 81 and 96 AD, constructing it as a summer retreat with views toward the Mediterranean Sea and Ostia.
The excavated sections reveal a sophisticated architectural design by Rabirius that included a garden stadium, theater, and courtyards for imperial entertainment.
Visitors can explore the remaining structures of the villa complex, including the Doric Nymphaeum with its Republican era waterworks near Lake Albano.
The villa's hydraulic system incorporated four major aqueducts that supplied water throughout the 14-square-kilometer estate during the Roman period.
Location: Castel Gandolfo
GPS coordinates: 41.73836,12.65592
Latest update: May 11, 2025 09:25
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