Great Synagogue, Rome

A rather tasteless structure not designed by a Jew, since Jews were not allowed to practice in that profession. Security measures because of the fear of terrorism made the visit too restrictive.

Theatre of Marcellus

My apologies, but this photo is from the Internet. Currently, the theatre is partially covered by scaffolding for cleaning--like a great number of historic buildings in Rome. This is being done for special celebrations due in the year 2000.

Roman Forum

The third day we were in Rome we walked throught the various ancient fora. It was great to be there walking in the footsteps of the ancient inhabitants, but a little sad too. So much is gone and relatively little remains.

Roman Forum: Temple of Antoninus Pius and Faustina

Apparently owes it's current state of preservation to the fact that scavangers couldn't pull the columns down and it was subsequently converted into a church.

Roman Forum: Broken Cornice

Roman Forum: Temple of Castor and Pollux

Roman Forum

Temple of Saturn is center left.

Roman Forum: Arch of Septimius Severus

Roman Forum

Stones the ancients walked upon.

Roman Forum

Temple of Antoninus Pius and Faustina in center.

Roman Forum: Column of Phocus

Roman Forum: Basilica Giulia

Roman Forum: Temple of Vesta

Roman Forum: House of the Vestal Virgins

Roman Forum: Basilica of Maxentius and Constantine

Roman Forum: Arch of Titus

Arch of Titus

Famous relief carving of treasures from the Temple in Jerusalem.

Palatine Hill: Peristilium of the Domus Augustana

Palatine Hill: Domus Flavia

Imperial Fora: Forum of Augustus

Forum of Augustus: Temple of Mars Ultor

Imperial Fora: Column of Trajan in his Forum

Detail: Column of Trajan

Capitoline Museums: She Wolf with Romulus and Remus