Pantheon

= The Pantheon =

English : Pantheon Latin : Pantheon

Original (Marcus Agrippa):

Remains (Emperor Hadrian):

Model :

Dates : The original Pantheon was built by Marcus Agrippa, however, the building burnt down and was rebuilt by Emperor Hadrian in 118 AD. Marcus Agrippa built the original Pantheon in 28 BC. Hadrian rebuilt it in 118 AD and this is the structure that can be seen today.

Purpose : The Pantheon was use for many things since it was built. The Pantheon was built by Hadrian to be a temple for all the gods. Later it was used as a poultry market and for storage as well as a fortress.

Location : Piazza Della Rotunda

Facts : The Pantheon had the largest dome in the world until 1436. The Oculus is the only source of natural light in the building. The Pantheon is one of the best preserved ancient buildings, mainly because it was also a church at one point.