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Forum of Augustus
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- Name
- Forum of Augustus
- Continent
- EUROPE
- Alt Name:
- Foro di Augsto
- Country:
- Italy
- Period:
- Ancient Rome
- Sub-Region:
- -
- Date:
- 100BC - 1BC
- City/Town:
- Rome
- Figure:
- Augustus
- Resorts:
- Rome,
- Related:
- Forum of Caesar, Forum of Trajan,
Trajan’s Markets , Roman Forum,
about Forum of Augustus
The Forum of Augustus or “Foro di Augsto” in Rome was built by its namesake, the emperor Augustus (b. 63 BC – d. AD 14) following the Battle of Philippi in 42 BC.
In this battle, Augustus, together with Mark Anthony, emerged victorious over Cassius and Brutus, the assassins of Julius Caesar.
To celebrate this success, the emperor built the Forum of Augustus and dedicated it to Mars, the god of war. The Forum of Augustus thus had a grand temple in honour of this deity and the columns and steps of the Temple of Mars can still be seen today. The regal statue of Augustus also remains.
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contact details
Address: Via dei Fori Imperiale, Rome
Phone: Contact local tourist office
useful information
Directions:
The Forum of Augustus can be seen from the Via dei Fori Imperiale, a five minute walk from Colosseo metro station (line B).
Ticket Information:
The Forum of Augustus can be seen from the Via dei Fori Imperiale. The Imperial Forum Museum (from Via IV Novembre 94) can be accessed daily except Mondays, 9am-7pm (ticket office 6pm). Closed 1 Jan, 1 May, 25 Dec. Full ticket €6.50, reduced €4.50.
Links:
http://en.mercatiditraiano.it/sede/area_archeologica/foro_di_augusto
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