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Ostia Antica:
View of the
archeological site of Ostia Antica, which is second in size only to that of Pompei. |
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Part of the "Decumano Massimo", the main street which crossed the ancient city of
Ostia and ended at the sea.
Today Ostia Antica is situated about 2 Km from the sea.
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The "Terme" (baths) of the seven sages.
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A street in Ostia Antica. Shops ?
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The entrance of the:
Horrea Epagathiana et
Epaphroditiana.
In other words:
Warehouses or stores;
perhaps for precious goods
such as materials, furniture etc. |
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The theatre.
One of the oldest theatres made
with a stone wall.
Built during the period of the
emperor Augusto (1st century BC).
The theatre now has a seating
capacity for 4,000 spectators and today is still used for performances and plays. |
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The "Forica".
Well-preserved public latrines in
use untill the 4th century AD.
20 marble seats , each one with its
own hole and underneath a little drain pipe. |
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CAPITOLIUM, dedicated to Giove, Giunone and Minerva
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This page last update, 13 - 12 - 2004
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