Pantheon
The Pantheon was one of Rome's oldest and most famous Roman Catholic churches. The word "Pantheon" means "Temple of all the Gods".
History
The original Pantheon was built in 31 BC by Marcus Agrippa after the Battle of Actium. In 126 A.D. it was restored to its current form by the Emperor Hadrian, however, retaining Agrippa's original inscription and dedication. The inscription reads M·AGRIPPA·L·F·COS·TERTIVM·FECIT and the translation to English says: "Marcus Agrippa, son of Lucius, in his third consulate, made this". It was used to commemorate the Roman gods and goddesses originally, but was converted into a church by Pope Boniface IV in 609. Both the name and style of the building have inspired similar churches in Europe, most notably a second Pantheon in Paris, France.
Trivia
- The Pantheon is the only major landmark available in the Rome multiplayer map of Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood, although you cannot go inside or on the rooftop.
- Whether it is day or night, there is always a column of light from the oculus.
Gallery
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Artwork depicting the Pantheon.
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Riding on a horse towards the Pantheon.
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The Pantheon in the Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood Multiplayer.
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The interior of the Pantheon.
