Egyptian pantheon

A lot of architecture in this modern era reflects that of the past. Ancient Rome specifically had a large influence on the structure of buildings that still stand today. Asheville in particular is a very architecturally interesting city because it hasn 't been completely modernized with tall, straight buildings and has many older buildings still standing even in the center of town. There are many buildings and churches in this little town that reflect past building techniques and styles. One…

The Pantheon is a building in Rome which was originally built as a temple to the seven deities of the seven planets in the Rome state religion. It has becomes a church since 7th century and also the best preserved of all ancient Rome buildings with its original roof intact. The most interesting part about this building is its perfect interior proportions. The Pantheon is a breathtaking work of engineering where its foundations and lower walls are built of solid staff, which slowly give way to…

Architecture is an incredible business that combines both the art and the construction of buildings. It has been on the Earth since the beginning of civilization. Architecture in this case is part of the history of Rome. Here it’s a symbol of when Emperor Constantine won the Roman Tyrant Maxentius. This happened on the 28th of October 312 CE. There were a few aspects I looked at from this monument. I looked at the characteristics this building provided, the detailed review of the exterior facade…

Introduction It will be asserted in this essay that despite the differences in style, construction methodologies and functions the Parthenon and Pantheon are united in their primary purpose: as symbols of Imperial glory and the achievements of the elite rulers of the Ancient Greek and Roman cultures, men such as Pericles, Agrippa and Hadrian. Both structures have the appearance of being worshipful and pious tributes to the Gods of the time; but both are actually more celebrations of secular…

world's greatest architectural creations and monuments, like the Pantheon, for instance. The Pantheon was constructed by Marcus Agrippa in 25 BCE, but a fire burned the building down in 80CE; Domitian reconstructed the edifice, but lightning then destroyed it in 110CE. Emperor Hadrian and his architects had the Pantheon rebuilt a third time out of concrete in 125CE, and it still stands today in (Cartwright). The structure of the Pantheon consists of a traditional Greek porch…

The argument of the civilizations of Mesopotamia and Egypt. Both have many important similarities and differences. However, the difference between the two civilization serve as a clear evidence to the existence of multiple routes to civilize life. Furthermore, the argument will show how the ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt were different in form of social classes, law codes, geography, however they both believe in more than one god . The law code for the Mesopotamian is Hammurabi and Egypt is…

amount of population versus the Greek. The world's largest unsupported Dome is the Pantheon, Rome. The Pantheon architecture was advanced in their time. Despite the surface of the Pantheon, it symbolizes the Ancient Rome religion by the cosmos, planetary gods, and the sun and moon. The Pantheon was straight forward with its meaning towards religion. “Pan” meaning everything and “theon” meaning divine. Therefore, “Pantheon” combined meant “all the Gods”. This then became a home to the seven…

The Roman Pantheon was built in the city of Rome. It was completed in the year 125 AD; almost 150 years after it was originally commissioned. The purpose of this structure is under high levels of scrutiny by archaeologists. It is commonly thought, correctly or otherwise, that it was a temple to all of the Gods due to it’s name. However, evidence contradicts this in a literary and religious manor. First of all, in literature there is a special way of referring to temples. In writings concerning…

The Pantheon The Pantheon is said to be one of the best preserved buildings in Ancient Rome and was finally completed in c. 125 CE during the reign of Hadrian. Its spectacular dome is lasting evidence to the genius abilities of Roman architects. Also as the Pantheon still stands intact it gives the present day visitant the chance to go back in time roughly 2,000 years ago and experience the rich history and architecture that is still thriving today in Rome. The motive of the building is…

Monticello by Thomas Jefferson and the Pantheon appear to have similar features but are quite different overall. The Pantheon was build between A.D 118 to 125 and its style is ancient Roman. Monticello on the other hand was build a long time after in 1772 and its style is neoclassical. Monticello is a revival of ancient roman architecture which why they have many similar features. The time differences between the two buildings can be clearly seen since the Pantheon has a rusty worn out…