Forum Romanum

FORO ROMANO

The Roman Forum is a rectangular forum (plaza) surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings. Citizens of the ancient city referred to this space, originally a marketplace, as the Forum Magnum. It was for centuries the center of Roman public life: the site of triumphal processions, elections, venue for public speeches,... Many of the oldest and most important structures of the ancient city were located on or near the Forum.

Awards & Ranking

Nr. 2 ranked on the 20 Best Sights in the district Centro antica

  • Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Architecture sight in Roma - Foro Romano, Italy

Via della Curia
00186 Roma - Foro Romano · Campitelli
District: Centro antica , Italy Route to FORO ROMANO