Located adjacent to the Colosseum in Rome, Italy are the ruins of the Roman Forum. As with many other ancient ruins, when walking the grounds of the Roman Forum, one can’t help but imagine all of the individuals who influenced the history of the world walking those same steps. There are so many historic ruins that come from a variety of centuries that purchasing a guide book to fully understand the history of the site is highly recommended. Although they are all located next to each other, these ruins span thousands of years of history.
The Roman Forum grew organically over time, so it’s layout can seem a little haphazard compared to other historical sites. It is well worth looking at the grounds of the forum from both eye-level as well as from above. Seeing the ruins from above provides the opportunity to understand the complexity of the historic site. It can be overwhelming to view it as a whole, but focusing on each individual location will help you gain an appreciation of how each generation added to the entire Roman Forum.
We found the ruins of the Roman Forum to be some of the most interesting archeological sites that we have had the pleasure to visit. Too many people only visit the Colosseum and don’t take the time to walk through the Roman Forum. It is truly a fascinating site and is not only well worth visiting, but should be a highlight of anyone’s visit to Rome. You should expect to spend at least a couple of hours visiting the Roman Forum and there are guides available if you would like to learn even more about its history.
Oh my goodness! I want to go here!!!! You have such spectacular photos!
It is amazing to see. Thank you 🙂
Italy is so beautiful and so full of history. Awesome photos, thanks for sharing.
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I loved the few days I spent in Rome and hope to go back some day. The forum, colosseum, everything… it’s like the whole city is a museum.
That is a very good way to describe Rome 🙂
Wow this looks so amazing! So much history here!
It was actually a little overwhelming at times.
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Love the forum!
Amazing photos! We absolutely loved the Forum when we visited!!!!