Area Sacra Sant'Omobono Roma
Area Sacra Sant'Omobono Roma
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dapper777
Monaco66,055 contributions
Jun 2020 • Friends
Along Via Petroselli, almost in front of the modern "Palazzo dell'Anagrafe" ( 'registry central office' in Rome) is a small archaeological area, not very popular, near the little church of Sant'Omobono, at the northern end of the ancient Forum Boarium.
It has brought important results for the study of the relations between Rome and the Etruscans.
In a place where already in the seventh century a. C. was supposed to be a sacred area outdoors, in 1937 the remains of the oldest temple discovered in Rome so far, built in the early sixth century BC, came to light.
Later, another temple next to it was discovered.
It was the temple dedicated to Mater Matuta, which, for its position near the Tiber river and at the center of the traffic directions of that time, carried out a very important commercial activity.
Entrance to the monument is allowed only to accompanied groups by reservation.
Max 25 people per visit.
The guided tour, which is organized by cultural associations, must be agreed directly with the cultural association in charge.
It has brought important results for the study of the relations between Rome and the Etruscans.
In a place where already in the seventh century a. C. was supposed to be a sacred area outdoors, in 1937 the remains of the oldest temple discovered in Rome so far, built in the early sixth century BC, came to light.
Later, another temple next to it was discovered.
It was the temple dedicated to Mater Matuta, which, for its position near the Tiber river and at the center of the traffic directions of that time, carried out a very important commercial activity.
Entrance to the monument is allowed only to accompanied groups by reservation.
Max 25 people per visit.
The guided tour, which is organized by cultural associations, must be agreed directly with the cultural association in charge.
Written 10 August 2020
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Charitos Kalitsiadis
Nafplio, Greece802 contributions
Dec 2016 • Family
Inadvertently unearthed during an excavation project ordered by Benito Mussolini, the fascinating Area Sacra dell'Argentina is one of the best sites to see the remains of Roman architecture from the Republican era.
Written 2 December 2016
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Kevin S
Pontypool, UK2,324 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Enjoyed viewing this site from our bus. Again, as close as I need to get to an ancient excavation site.
Written 31 August 2019
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GillyTravelBug
Vancouver, Canada152 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
We stumbled upon this late at night and were amazed...it is ancient ruins in the center of Rome! It is pretty cool - ancient ruins with cars driving by. At night it is lit up...and there are lots of cats that are roaming! (don't feed them though!)
Written 12 July 2015
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Brad
Hong Kong, China176,139 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
Area Sacra Sant'Omobono Roma is an archaeological site near Church of Sant'Omobono and Theatro Argentina, around 4-5 minutes walk from the Roman Forum area. It was discovered in the 1930s and can be seen sunk a few metres below street and ground level.
Here you can see building foundations and ruins, notably the Temple of Fortuna and Temple of Mater Matuta, both 5th and 6th century BC structures. When looking at the ruins, one can only wonder what might rest below the ground and beneath the modern buildings and structures between here and the Roman Forum.
It seems the area is off limits for visitors yet plenty of cats can be seen wandering the ruins, likely calling it their home. That was sort of neat to see.
In the end, sectioned off areas of ancient ruins like Area Sacra Sant'Omobono Roma are interesting to see. However, for most this won't be a priority due to the vast number of world class attractions to be explored in Rome, including other areas of ancient structures and ruins. Still, it is a neat place to stop for a few minutes if you are passing by.
Here you can see building foundations and ruins, notably the Temple of Fortuna and Temple of Mater Matuta, both 5th and 6th century BC structures. When looking at the ruins, one can only wonder what might rest below the ground and beneath the modern buildings and structures between here and the Roman Forum.
It seems the area is off limits for visitors yet plenty of cats can be seen wandering the ruins, likely calling it their home. That was sort of neat to see.
In the end, sectioned off areas of ancient ruins like Area Sacra Sant'Omobono Roma are interesting to see. However, for most this won't be a priority due to the vast number of world class attractions to be explored in Rome, including other areas of ancient structures and ruins. Still, it is a neat place to stop for a few minutes if you are passing by.
Written 5 May 2015
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Brad
Hong Kong, China176,139 contributions
Feb 2024 • Family
This is an area of ancient ruins and structures that date back to the Archaic and Republican Roman periods discovered just next to Chiesa di Sant'Omobono at the junction of Via L. Petroselli and Vico Jugario back in the 1930's, two distinct temples dedicated to Fortuna and Mater Matuta. You can view the ruins while walking along street where there is an old information panel describing (Italian/English) the ruins and grounds before you.
Written 20 April 2024
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The Spanish Steps Apartment
Rome, Italy34,273 contributions
Nov 2022
This is an active archaeological site which, unfortunately, is not accessible except by special tours, and contains ancient temples and altars, which are amongst the oldest in all Rome. Among other things are the remains of temples dedicated to Fortuna and Mater Matuta, dating back to the Republican age. The site is visible from the street.
Written 13 November 2022
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Lance H
Boerne, TX1,258 contributions
Dec 2019
I can appreciate this site and that these ruins are here for us to see after all these years. However, it just wasn't that captivating. This was one of our must-see places to visit, but we have a connection to Saint Homobonus. It's certainly worth a visit if you are in the area (and you probably will be), but just for a quick viewing.
Written 29 March 2020
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phat_dawg_21
Alpharetta, GA16,976 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
The church was built in the 15th century and called San Salvatore in Portico. When the church was given to the "Università dei Sarti" (the association of tailors) in 1575, the church was dedicated to their patron saint, Saint Homobonus, hence its current name.
Next to it is the Sant'Omobono Area, containing the remains of three Roman temples, the first of which was discovered in the 1930’s. It is from the 6th century BC. Later, two more were discovered from the 5th Century BC.
They have been investigated at various time since discovery, and the current project is a collaboration between The University of Calabria and The University of Michigan
Next to it is the Sant'Omobono Area, containing the remains of three Roman temples, the first of which was discovered in the 1930’s. It is from the 6th century BC. Later, two more were discovered from the 5th Century BC.
They have been investigated at various time since discovery, and the current project is a collaboration between The University of Calabria and The University of Michigan
Written 4 May 2019
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Paul O
Minot, ND2,676 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
This is a well preserved ancient ruins. It is a good stop if you are an ancient history buff but you can’t get close as in other Roman areas. If close definitely stop by but unless you are a history buff look elsewhere in Rome.
Written 13 November 2017
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JulesAnns
Park City, Utah
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Can you actually walk 'in' the ruins a little? Of course, not actually touch or be right on them, but it appears there are railings that maybe you can get a little closer than just looking down?
Written 26 March 2019
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