Forum Hadriani

Welcome to Forum Hadriani, an ancient archaeological footprint located in the modern municipality of Voorburg in the Netherlands. As we stand here today, the immediate visual landscape presents a striking contrast to the deep…

We begin our journey at the northern perimeter of what was once the formalized boundary of Forum Hadriani. As you look around this specific area today, your senses are greeted by the quiet luxury of modern Dutch suburban life. …

We have now arrived at the conceptual center of Forum Hadriani, the area that would have served as the main civic square or forum. In any Roman city, the forum was the most important space. …

Moving slightly south from the main plaza, we enter the zone dedicated to political administration. This specific spot in our walking route represents the location of the local Curia. …

We now walk eastward into what would have been the sacred precinct of Forum Hadriani. As you take in the modern surroundings, perhaps noticing the well-kept gardens and the architectural charm of the wealthy Voorburg properties,…

Continuing our route, we arrive at the economic center of the ancient settlement. Take a moment to observe the modern prosperity around you. …

We now move to a slightly more open area along our walking route, an ideal location for the monumental architecture that defined Roman civic pride. Look down the length of the modern streets of Voorburg. …

As we approach the final specific area of our route, we must turn our attention downward, away from the invisible temples and basilicas, and focus on the ground itself. The geographical reality of the Netherlands is defined by…

We have concluded our walking route and returned to the conceptual center of Voorburg. Let us take a moment for some final reflections on what we have experienced today. …