Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Definition
A public open space in Roman cities that served as a center for commerce, administration, religious activity, and civic gathering, often featuring temples, basilicas, and commemorative monuments.
AP course connection
Topic 2.3: 2.3 Purpose and Audience in Ancient Mediterranean Art