Basilica Julia
Basilica Giulia · 포로 로마노
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the heart of the Roman Forum, standing before the remains of the Basilica Julia. Dedicated in 46 BCE by Julius Caesar and completed by his heir Augustus, this was the largest and most magnificent structure in the Forum…
Listen in the app2The Vision of Caesar — Gallic Spoils and Ambition
The story of the Basilica Julia begins with the ambition of Julius Caesar. In 54 BCE, fresh from his conquests in Gaul, Caesar sought to leave an indelible mark on the Forum. …
Listen in the app3The Centumviri — Inside the Halls of Justice
The primary function of this Basilica was to host the Centumviri, a special court of 180 jurors who presided over inheritance and property cases. The interior was a vast open space, but it could be divided into four separate…
Listen in the app4Arcades and Architecture — Order and Light
Architecturally, the Basilica Julia was a masterpiece of Roman engineering. It featured a large central hall surrounded by two-story arcades on all four sides. …
Listen in the app5Gaming Boards — Etched in the Steps
One of the most human and relatable details of the Basilica Julia can be found on its marble steps and pavement. If you look closely at the white marble on the upper tiers, you will see geometric diagrams scratched into the stone. …
Listen in the app6Fire and Rebirth — The Imperial Cycle
The history of the Basilica Julia is also a history of destruction and reconstruction. Shortly after its initial completion, it was devastated by a fire in 9 BCE. …
Listen in the app7From Law to Faith — The Christian Afterlife
As the Roman world transitioned to Christianity, the function of many pagan buildings changed. In the 7th or 8th century, part of the ruins of the Basilica Julia was converted into a small church. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our tour of the Basilica Julia, take a final look across the vast, leveled area of its foundations. Though the marble walls have vanished, the concepts that were debated here—inheritance, property, and the rights…
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What is Basilica Julia?
Basilica Julia is a place in 포로 로마노 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 포로 로마노 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 41.8920, 12.4848 |
| Last updated |
