Foro de Pompeya (The Forum)

Welcome to the Forum of Pompeii, the undisputed social, political, and commercial epicenter of the city. If Pompeii were a person, this would be its heartbeat. …

We begin at the Basilica, located at the southwest corner of the Forum. Do not be confused by the name—in the Roman world, a basilica was not a church, but a multi-purpose public building used primarily for legal proceedings and…

At the northern end of the Forum, standing in the shadow of Vesuvius, is the Temple of Jupiter. This was the primary religious focus of the city, dedicated to the 'Capitoline Triad': Jupiter, Juno, and Minerva. …

Step into the Macellum, located on the northeast side of the Forum. This was the city’s main food market, a specialized building designed for the sale of meat, fish, and produce. …

Adjacent to the Forum sits the Temple of Apollo, one of the most ancient and important religious sites in Pompeii. Its origins date back to the 6th century BC, reflecting the early Greek influence on the region. …

At the southern end of the Forum, opposite the Temple of Jupiter, are three similar-looking buildings. These were the administrative heart of the city, housing the local government offices. …

On the eastern side of the Forum stands the massive Building of Eumachia. This structure is particularly significant because it was funded by a woman named Eumachia, a wealthy priestess and successful businesswoman. …

As we stand once more in the center of the Forum, we can see the full tapestry of Roman life. We have visited the halls of justice, the temples of the gods, the markets of the people, and the offices of the state. …

As we stand once more in the center of the Forum, we can see the full tapestry of Roman life. We have visited the halls of justice, the temples of the gods, the markets of the people, and the offices of the state. …