The Pantheon on Piazza della Rotonda in Rome is a temple unlike any other. Originally built by Emperor Augustus in 27 BC – AD 14 and reconstructed under Hadrian in 117–138, this structure has seen its fair share of history. However, it was not always a Christian church; it was originally dedicated to all the gods. The uncertainty about the name – it could be a nickname – reflects the uncertainty about its original purpose. Was it a temple to all the gods, or a unique structure meant to resemble the heavens? What is certain is that the Pantheon has a remarkable history, one that spans centuries and two faiths.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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