Ostia Antica

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41° 45′ 22″ N, 12° 17′ 29″ E

As main port of the antic Rome, Ostia (Ostia Antica) was a busy trading centre over 6 centuries until the 5th century.

Main sights

The main street, the Decumanus Maximus, passes by:

• The Capitol (the largest temple).
• The Theatre.
• The Thermopolium (a bar with marble counters and paintings).
• The Casa di Diana (a block of flats with shops).