Forum Boarium
Forum Boarium in Rome
Near the Tiber embankment, in a hollow between the Aventine, Capitoline and Palatine hills, not far from the Great Circus (Circo Massimo), are the ruins of Rome's oldest forum. This…
Forum Boarium, an ancient Roman marketplace situated near the Tiber River, is a historic settlement known for its commercial importance. Established in the 7th century BC, the forum was a center for cattle trade and featured several temples, including the Temple of Hercules Victor and the Temple of Portunus. The Forum Boarium stands as a testament to Rome’s early economic and religious development.