Pyramid of Gaius Cestius - Ancient Roman Civilization on Waymarking.com

Metro Station : Line B "Piramide"

The monument was built in 330 days, as reported by the large Latin incription on the southern side. In the small inner chamber, closed to the general public, only a few traces of the original wall paintings have survived.
Due to the modern street level, higher than the original roman one, the pyramid now seems less tall and impressive than in its early days.

The peculiar conceit of a pyramid in Rome must be laid to the fact that Rome had conquered Egypt a few years before, in 30 BC, and the ancient culture of the new province became fashionable for a while.

Most Relevant Historical Period: Roman Empire > 27 B.C. Admission Fee: Free Opening days/times: 24 x 7 Web Site: [Web Link] Condition: Completely intact or reconstructed

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