Ancient Roman Temple: The Pantheon

🏛️ The Pantheon is the only intact temple in Rome, built by Emperor Hadrian.

🕍 The name 'Pantheon' comes from the Greek 'pan' meaning 'all' and 'theos' meaning 'gods'.

🔳 The structure of the Pantheon is circular with a large entrance and two side niches for statues.

🏛️ The Pantheon is a cylindrical building with a perfectly hemispherical dome.

🌍 The dome is constructed using a lightweight concrete mixture with progressively lighter materials as it goes higher.

☀️ At the top of the dome is a circular opening called the oculus, which symbolizes the sun.

🏛️ The Pantheon is a structure with concentric square panels that form a lattice of ribs.

💡 These panels provide both strength and lightness to the dome, creating a harmonious and orderly effect.

🌈 The dome's symmetry, light color, and decorative elements contribute to its overall aesthetics.

🏛️ The Pantheon was built during the time of Emperor Hadrian and had minimal decorations.

🌍 There is a noticeable difference between the external and internal appearance of the building.

⚙️ The height difference between the dome and the perimeter wall is due to structural reasons.