Italy, Tivoli - Hadrian's Villa, the Canopus

Hadrian's Villa, located in modern-day Tivoli, was built as a retreat for Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century AD. Disliking the Palatine Hill palace, Hadrian constructed this villa, which was a common practice among Roman emperors. The villa features classical Greek architecture, pools, baths, and gardens. Notably, the Cannabis pool and Serrapium grotto reflect Greek influences with Corinthian columns and Greek statues. The villa served as a self-sustaining estate with farms and was an open-air museum for banqueters.

What was the primary reason for the construction of Hadrian's Villa?

• To function as a marketplace

• To serve as a military base

• To act as a public meeting place

• To provide a retreat from Rome

Which material was NOT mentioned as part of the villa's construction?

• Marble

• Travertine

• Brick

• Wood

What is the architectural style of Hadrian's Villa primarily influenced by?

• Egyptian

• Greek

• Byzantine

• Roman

What is the name of the pool located in Hadrian's Villa?

• Tivoli

• Vibia

• Cannabis

• Serrapium

During which phase was the Cannabis constructed?

• Phase four

• Phase two

• Phase one

• Phase three