Sights in Rome

Pop Quiz Time! Can you guess what the Arch of Septimus Severus celebrates?

• A victorious War against Parthia

• A triumphant War against Egypt

• A successful War against Britain

• A winning War against Russia

Pop Quiz Time! Can you guess what the Basilica Constantine was used for?

• A grand temple for worship

• A public bath house for relaxation

• A bustling shopping mall

• A government administrative building

Can you guess what the Basilica Aemilia was used for in ancient times?

• Was it a Senate House?

• Or perhaps a Law Court?

• Could it have been a Treasury?

• Or was it the Tomb of the Aemilia Family?

Can you guess the purpose of the Temple of Castor and Pollux?

• Is it a place to pray for rain?

• Could it be the main temple of worship?

• Is it the Temple of the Sacred Flame?

• Or is it a place to pray for victories in battles?

Who can guess what the Temple of Romulus was used for?

• Was it the resting place of Rome's first king?

• Or perhaps the site of Julius Caesar's grand funeral?

• Could it have been dedicated to Rome's main god?

• Or was it the home of the sacred geese?

Let's take a trip back in time! Can you guess what happened to the Temple of Antonius and Faustina?

• Was it destroyed in World War I and then rebuilt?

• Was it the home of the Vestal Virgins?

• Was it converted into a Christian Church?

• Was it the Emperor's main temple?

Let's take a trip back in time! Can you guess what the Curia Julia was used for in ancient Rome?

• A bustling public administration building

• The grand meeting place of the Senate

• A stern law court

• A lively dining hall

Can you guess what the Temple of Vesta was known for?

• Was it the home of the Vestal Virgins?

• Did it house Rome's Eternal Flame?

• Was it a place to pray for family concerns?

• Or was it a place to pray for wealth?

Let's take a trip back in time! Can you guess what the Temple of Saturn was used for in ancient Rome?

• Was it the meeting place for the Roman Senate?

• Did it serve as the home for the Vestal Virgins?

• Was it the main temple for worship?

• Or, was it the place where the Roman Treasury was kept?

Can you guess the purpose of the Temple of Divine Julius?

• Is it the place where Julius Caesar met his tragic end?

• Could it be where Julius Caesar was laid to rest?

• Or is it the spot where Julius Caesar was cremated?

• Maybe it's the place where Julius Caesar first saw the light of day?