Temple of Augustus and Rome

The Temple of Augustus and Rome is a rare architectural gem that dates back to the 1st century AD. Built to honor the Roman Emperor Augustus, the temple's walls bear the Res Gestae Divi Augusti, a first-person account of Augustus's achievements carved in Latin and Greek. This inscription is one of the most important surviving Roman historical documents. Visitors can walk among the towering marble columns and read the ancient text directly on the temple walls, offering a tangible connection to the Roman Empire's heyday. The site's proximity to Hacı Bayram Mosque creates a fascinating historical layering.

Don't miss

• Read the original Res Gestae Divi Augusti inscription carved into the temple walls
• Walk among the well-preserved marble columns and imagine the temple's former grandeur
• Experience the unique blend of Roman and Ottoman history alongside the adjacent mosque

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Temple of Augustus and Rome

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