16/12/2025
🇬🇧 Beyond the Pantheon: The Basilica of Neptune Returns to Light!
Did you know the Pantheon was hiding a monumental "neighbor" that remained unseen for centuries? Thanks to the new immersive visitor route, "Beyond the Pantheon," the spaces of the Basilica of Neptune are finally open to the public, revealing a secret chapter in Rome's history!
🏛️ The Basilica was built by Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa around 25 BC, the same person who commissioned the original Pantheon. It was a tribute to the sea god, Neptune, erected to celebrate his decisive naval victories, particularly the famous Battle of Actium which solidified Augustus's power. Although today we primarily see the imposing walls and stratifications of time, the visible remains are decorated with highly refined marble friezes that leave no doubt about its function: if you look closely, you can still catch a glimpse of sea monsters, dolphins, and tridents, unmistakable symbols of Neptune. Furthermore, the route is not just an exhibition, but a true journey through time: you descend about seven meters below the current street level, where the ancient floor of the Basilica was located.
🤫 This new setup also displays rare artifacts and fragments of medieval frescoes previously held in storage, connecting the imperial Pantheon with its life as a Christian basilica. It’s not just history; it’s an immersive experience that uses technology to give voice to two thousand years of silence!
👉 Are you interested in this new experience "Beyond the Pantheon"? Contact us and find out how to book this nex and exclusive ticket!
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📸: Ministero della Cultura
