PantheonPantheon (off map to left)

The Pantheon is the most famous of all Roman domed structures. It is in astonishingly good shape, considering its age. Until the modern era, the dome of the Pantheon was the largest dome ever constructed. It is still the largest perfectly circular (rather than egg shaped dome) in the world.

A little cross section of the PantheonA little cross section of the Pantheon

Interior of the Pantheon

Detail of Original Roman Inlaid Marble Design

Oculus

and

Dome

of the

Pantheon

The Bronze Doors of the Pantheon

These doors date from ancient times and

weigh several tons each