Italy, Rome, Roman Forum - Temple of Antoninus and Faustina

The transcript provides an overview of the Roman Forum, a central hub in ancient Rome, highlighting its historical significance, development, and key structures. It discusses the Forum's evolution from a marketplace to a center of public life, including its architectural changes during the Imperial era. The Temple of Antoninos and Faustina is also detailed, noting its transformation into a Roman Catholic Church.

What was the original purpose of the Roman Forum?

Describe the significance of the Roman Forum in ancient Roman life.

What structures were located at the southeastern edge of the Roman Forum?

How did the Roman Forum differ from the later Imperial Fora?

What was the original condition of the site where the Roman Forum was built?

Who began the construction of the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina, and when?

What transformation did the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina undergo in the 17th century?