Lapis Niger - Wikipedia
WEBThe Lapis Niger (Latin, "Black Stone") is an ancient shrine in the Roman Forum. Together with the associated Vulcanal (a sanctuary to Vulcan) it constitutes the only surviving remnants of the old Comitium, an early assembly area that preceded the Forum and is thought to derive from an archaic cult site of the 7th or 8th century BC.
Lapis Niger: The Mysterious Sanctuary Beneath Ancient Rome
WEBSep 28, 2023 · The Lapis Niger (black stone), an ancient sanctuary where one of the first known Latin inscriptions was discovered and dated between 570 and 550 BC, is one of its most notable findings in the Forum. Even the Romans themselves could not fully understand this sanctuary, despite it being regarded as a …
The Mysterious Lapis Niger Sanctuary Beneath Ancient Rome
WEBJan 30, 2022 · The Lapis Niger is an ancient sanctuary and a remnant of the Comitium in Rome, that some Romans believed was the venerated sacred tomb of the city’s legendary founder, Romulus. The Lapis Niger, meaning “Black Stone” in Latin was first brought to light in a series of excavations by Giacomo Boni in 1899-1900, located between the …
Tomb of Rome's mythical founder Romulus unearthed | Live Science
WEBFeb 21, 2020 · The underground temple contained a circular votive altar to the legendary founder of the city, Romulus, and a stone sarcophagus that was found empty by modern archaeologists.
Lapis Niger - Wikiwand
WEBThe Lapis Niger (Latin, "Black Stone") is an ancient shrine in the Roman Forum. Together with the associated Vulcanal (a sanctuary to Vulcan ) it constitutes the only surviving remnants of the old Comitium , an early assembly area that preceded the Forum and is thought to derive from an archaic cult site of the 7th or 8th century BC.
Lapis Niger - IMPERIUM ROMANUM
WEBLapis Niger is not a stone, but a place covered with slabs of black (hence the name “black stone”) marble where, according to legend, Romulus was killed or taken to heaven. This monument is therefore also called the tomb of Romulus.
Lapis Niger | Ancient Rome, Rome | Attractions - Lonely Planet
WEBHidden by scaffolding on the Roman Forum, the Lapis Niger ('Black Stone' in Latin) is a large slab of black marble that covered an underground area said to contain the tomb of Romulus. Archaeologists working here have also discovered a stone bearing one of the oldest known inscriptions in Latin.
Comitium & Lapis Niger - Roman Forum Highlights | Roma …
WEBJun 14, 2017 · Comitium and Lapis Niger are two highlight attractions in the Roman Forum, Rome. Learn facts and history about the Tomb of the first King of Rome!
Lapis Niger, the shrine where the first known Latin inscription was ...
WEBMay 25, 2020 · One of its most outstanding discoveries in the Forum is the Lapis Niger (black stone in Latin), an ancient sanctuary where one of the first known Latin inscriptions was found, dated between 570 and 550 BC.
Visit Black Stone Forum Rome: The Lapis Niger - Visit Colosseum …
WEBLearn all about the fascinating history on the Lapis Niger Black Stone Rome here today! Visit Roman Forum and find out why its inscription is so special.
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