Built by Emperor Antoninus Pius in 145 AD,
the temple is dedicated to Emperor Hadrian, hence the name. There were originally 38 Corinthian columns but today only 11 from the North side have survived.
Pope Innocent XII commisioned Carlo Fontana to turn the building into a Papal Custom Office. That was in the 17th century. Today, it houses the Borsa Valori or the Rome Stock Exchange.
If you look from this angle, it looks as if Goliath slashed the columns at a slanted angle , with a big sword.
Wild guess ,but it was probably caused by an earthquake.
Me, I loved walking past here when it was lit up at night. Thought it added mystery to the overall dramatic effect.
Only on the 3rd night , did I notice these incense sticks at one corner. Can't be Jewish....with online sellers today, it could be Catholic, but most it's likely some form of Pagan worship.
Can you see it ?
Almost invisible with the bright lights.
Not too sure if it has anything to do with the special volcanic tuff found here , but gulp....if you know anything about this, do shed some light.
Location : Piazza di Pietra, Rome
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