The Pantheon is one of the greatest ancient buildings ever built. It was first built as a Roman temple during the reign of Augustus in 128 AD (thats over 118 years ago). The temple itself still stands today:
The roof of the Pantheon was the largest dome Rome ever constructed - it even has a hole on top called the oculus that is open to the sky. Yes this means that during a rainstorm, water would enter the temple. Luckily, drainage would drain the water out and keep the temple from flooding.
Fun fact : The dome of the temple was made out of concrete (yes romans had access to concrete!) and is still intact from ancient times!
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Very interesting read, Thanks you for sharing it!
Interestingly I did a similar post but yours is better. It is one of the coolest buildings I’ve ever seen in person. I have many photos from that day. I just couldn’t get enough of it.
Awesome pics! Love the spiraling dome up to the sky :O
Nice lil' article!
There is a replica in Nashville, it's well worth checking out if anyone is heading to that area.
http://www.nashville.gov/Parks-and-Recreation/Parthenon.aspx
Amazing Photography! thanks for sharing a wonderful culture