Pantheon, Rome

style and function (use) of each building serves as a typical example of its culture The Romans and Greeks architectural style has had a long standing influence on architecture through history. Two examples of each are the classic Parthenon and the Pantheon. The majestic columns standing like soldiers at attention, weathering the elements. Herein is a look at these magnificent buildings. The Parthenon was a temple or perhaps a tribute and thanks to the gods they believed helped the Athenians…

ceiling to look outside, coffered ceiling, and grand entrance ways. Inside of the Pantheon there is also a lot of colored stones: like purple, grey, red, and yellow. It is unknown what the Pantheon’s original purpose really was, but it later served as a church. The Pantheon is no longer used for these reasons, but it still has a purpose in modern day Rome. It serves as a tomb for Italian Monarchy and brings many tourists to Rome to see the ancient building…

the Roman Empire arose, the Greek culture and religion was very prominent in Rome. The Romans were so inspired by the Greek Culture that they re-named all of the Greek gods in Greek Mythology and claimed the new and improved religion as their own. The Romans built massive temples dedicated to the Gods whenever the Gods did something in their favor. One famous temple is called the Pantheon and is found in Rome. The Pantheon worships all of the major Gods, including Jupiter, Neptune, Pluto, Juno,…

The Greek and Roman empires has written their names in golden words in the world history and has brought huge legacy to humanity and they inspire almost of the world in one aspect or the other. The Parthenon and the Pantheon are two examples that portray how mighty those cultures were, with skillful artisans and avant-gardist thinker. Consider how the style and function (use) of each building serves as a typical example of its culture. The Parthenon was built 447-438 BC, by Iktinos,…

was it hot! After taking in the Italian air we loaded the tour bus and did a little driving tour. The drivers in Italy are nuts, the bus driver parked the bus and we started on our first little walking tour just in the heart of Rome. We saw our first big monument the Pantheon in Piazza Novaro. Then we were off on our own for a while and had to be back by five o’clock to go back to the hotel and eat. While I wandered I had four friends I traveled with because you’re not supposed to be alone when…

These artworks from the Roman Republic and Empire, 509 BCE- 313 BCE, titled Pont du Gard in France by an Unknown artist, Coliseum in Rome by an Unknown artist, Pantheon, Rome by unknown artist also and the Basilica of Maxentius Constantine by an unknown artist as well. This architectural works led to the creation of some new architectural works and ideas such as: arch, Vault Concrete dome and Basilica plan just to mention few. Am aqueduct is an ancient invention of the Greeks that was used…

The name Pantheon comes from the Greek word pantheion, a term that means “all gods”. However, whether or not the name reflects the original purpose of the structure still remains uncertain, as no surviving record regarding whom the temple was dedicated for has been found. The Pantheon demonstrates the Romans’ adeptness in engineering and construction during the ancient times. The structure has the largest surviving dome, with the interior span that comfortably exceeds any other ancient rival.…

In ancient Rome, the development of concrete and the arch played an integral part in the shaping of Roman culture. In order for Rome to create the metropolis she would become, strategic use of concrete and the arch was necessary to deploy. The following paper will discuss how important Rome’s creative use of concrete and the arch was in shaping Roman culture. Rome, whom would fulfill all her heart’s architectural ambitions, faced tough challenges before she could realize her potential.…

buildings dedicated to gods and lieders. Each of these civilizations share many similarities and differences in architecture and culturally. Based on images form the book Understanding Architecture, Temple of Amon Karnak, Parthenon Athens, and Pantheon Rome. These similarities and differences will be discussed in this essay. Also, a portion of this essay will research how and why these cultures chose to express their religious beliefs in there own way. These three great civilizations share many…

had been destroyed. From that point on, the Roman Empire flourished. For almost two hundred years the Roman Empire experienced many achievements and advancements in trade, government art and architecture. According to the Greek writer, Aristides, Rome was ‘a common market…