The Roman Forum: Visit a Time Capsule in the Eternal City

Getting the Most Out of the Roman Experience

It would take days to thoroughly explore the entire city of Rome; around every corner, bits and pieces of history are hidden in streets, monuments, and old homes. It is without doubt one of the most historic places in the world. If you want to focus on a particular part of Rome, consider learning the details about the Roman Forum. "Why?" you may ask. "Isn't that just a jumble of old ruins?" Well, unfortunately, most of the forum has been reduced to ruins in the past millennium, but each ruin tells a story, and each column had a specific purpose. Each spot explains a little more of the history of Rome. Get ready to explore the buildings of the "Forum Romanum" as you get ready for a fantastic trip to the Eternal City.

The Many Wonders of the Forum Romanum

It is impossible to know a pinpointed construction date for all the structures in the Forum Romanum, but we do know all the ruins date back to the BCs and early ADs. One of the ruins that stands out the most is the Temple of Castor and Pollux; you'll recognize it by the three preserved columns that still stand, even though the rest of the temple has sunk into oblivion. Its origins date back to the late 5th century BC, and it was constructed after an important military venture. As time wore on, it was decided to start from scratch and make a bigger, more impressive temple; this happened twice in the course of its history. Most of the Temple of Castor and Pollux was then reconstructed in the early 1st century BC by Tiberius of Rome (the soon-to-be-emperor) and this is the building stage from which the remaining columns came.

Arches and Temples Lend an Air of Antiquity