It was for centuries the center of Roman public life: the site of triumphal processions and elections, venue for public speeches, criminal trials, and gladiatorial matches, and nucleus of commercial affairs. Here statues and monuments commemorated the city's great men. The teeming heart of ancient Rome, it has been called the most celebrated meeting place in the world, and in all history.
The ruins date from the 7th century BC. Amongst the ruins, there are countless temples and sanctuaries (as it served as the religious center as well), rows of shops, columns and arches commemorating people and battle victories, Senate buildings, and much more.
The Roman Forum is included in our Colosseum & Ancient Rome Tour.http://www.prestotours.com/colosseum-tour.php
