Tempio di Giulio Cesare

Ancient Rome


This temple, also known as the Tempio del Divo Giulio, was built by Augustus in 29 BC on the spot in the Roman Forum where Julius Caesar's body was cremated in 44 BC.

Transportation

  • bus: Via dei Fori Imperiali

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