The Temple of Venus at Hadrian's Villa, Tivoli, Italy. Artist: Samuel Magal
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The Temple of Venus at Hadrian's Villa, Tivoli, Italy. Hadrian's Villa was the luxurious retreat of Emperor Hadrian in Tibur (modern Tivoli) and was one of the most magnificent villas in the ancient world. It was built in the 2nd century AD as a home for the emperor and his court. During the later years of his reign, he actually governed the empire from the villa. The villa shows echoes of many different architectural orders, mostly Greek and Egyptian.
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Creator
- Samuel Magal, attributed to: : Photographer, head researcher and archivist of Sites and Photos
People Related
- Hadrian: Roman: Emperor
Geographic Hierarchy
- 42 50 00 N , 012 50 00 E
World Europe Italy Lazio Roma Tivoli
- 41 58 00 N , 012 48 00 E
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Locations & Buildings Places of Worship
Locations & Buildings Palaces & Stately Homes
Locations & Buildings Archaeological Sites
Locations & Buildings Monuments & Statues
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Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 5129x3419
File Size : 51,376kb
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- R40250820
- 0740000149
- 2-368-678
- 2368678
- R40250820
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