A Look at the Roman Forum

For centuries, the Roman Forum was the center of life in ancient Rome. Today its ruins provide the visitor with an in-depth look at the religion, marketplaces, and political center of the former Roman Empire. Before you visit the forum, it's a good idea to learn more about its history and what to see there as the site is huge and can be confusing. Here's a quick look at the History of the Roman Forum and a detailed description of What to See in the Forum by our contributing writer, Melanie Renzulli.

Roman Forum photo © Melanie Renzulli