MITREO ARA MASSIMA DI ERCOLE
Piazza Bocca della Verità, 16a (S. Maria in Cosmedin)
Probably built in the second century AD, the large building was modified many times, and in the third century AD, its ground floor became a mitreo. Up high, to the right of the arch, a relief depicts the principal deeds of Mitra; the killing of the bull (tauroctonia) is a recurring theme.
From July 2 to September 30, every Friday from h. 10.00 to 16.00 and every Saturday from h. 9.00 to 12.00 (the visit starts every hour). Except August.
Reservation required (min 5/max 25 people per visit)
Archeodomani: 339.7786192
€ 6,00.
Via Tiburtina, 30 - 00185 Roma
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