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Arch of Septimius Severus

Arch of Septimius Severus

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Arch of Septimius Severus

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Location: Rome, Lazio, Italy

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Willem VS

February 14, 2024

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Arco di Sttimio Severo is a triumphal arch built in 203 AD. was dedicated to celebrate the victories of Emperor Septimius Severus and his two sons, Caracalla and Geta, over the Parthians. The arch stands in the northwest corner of the Roman Forum and is decorated with reliefs depicting the emperor's military campaigns in Mesopotamia. The arch has an inscription praising the merits of the emperor and his sons, although Geta's name was later removed after he was murdered by Caracalla. The arch is one of the best preserved examples of Roman architecture and a popular tourist attraction in Rome.

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Julia

April 9, 2018

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"The Arch of Septimius Severus was erected in 203 AD in honor of the Emperor and his sons Geta and Caracalla (the former was later murdered by the latter) to …

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September 16, 2018

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Pretty impressive when you descend from the Capitol to the Forum.

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