![]() On the other hand: we know from an inscription that the temple of Vulcanus was restored in 112 AD. ![]() The suggestion is supported by the position and size of the temple, but conclusive evidence has never been found. Capitolia could be found in many cities in the western half of the Empire, following the example of the temple of Jupiter Capitolinus on the Capitoline hill in Rome. Already in the 19th century however, it was suggested that it was the Capitolium, a temple dedicated to the main Roman deities, the Capitoline triad: Jupiter, Juno and Minerva. Until the early 20th century it was often stated that this was the temple of Vulcanus, the main deity worshipped in Ostia. The destruction continued until the early 19th century. Records of the removal of marble from its walls date back to the 15th century. It has been argued that Hadrian himself and certain people close to the Imperial court contributed to the building of this important temple. It was built during the reign of Hadrian, around 120 AD. The preserved height is 17 m., the original height may have been over 20. Regio I - Forum - Capitolium Back to menu | Back to clickable planĪt the north end of the Forum are the remains of a very large temple, measuring 35 x 15.5 m. ![]()
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