Pyramid of Cestius

tomb · 30 BC – 2100 AD

An ancient pyramid-shaped tomb built for Caius Cestius (ca. 18-12 BC), a magistrate and member of the Septemviri Epulonum. The tomb stands at the fork of the ancient Via Ostiensis and was later incorporated into the city's fortifications.

Pyramid of Cestius
Coordinates
41.87642, 12.48084
Also known as
Piramide di Caio Cestio (it), Piramide di Caio Cestio (it)
Dating
attested

Sources

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Pyramid of Cestius — Ancient Maps