The Forum Boarium, located today on the famous Piazza della Bocca della Verità, was one of the major economic centers of ancient Rome. Today, its remains attract visitors and archaeologists, offering a unique insight into Republican and Imperial Rome, as a site integrated into the religious and commercial topography of Rome. Remains and religious significance […]
Section: Piazza della Bocca della Verità
The piazza della Bocca della Verità, one of the most picturesque squares in Rome, is notable for several reasons, both for its legend and its unique monumental ensemble, combining ancient ruins, medieval architecture, and later elements. The Mouth of Truth Its name comes from the famous Bocca della Verità (“Mouth of Truth”), an ancient manhole […]