House of Augustus

The House of Augustus, located on the Palatine Hill, is one of the most important archaeological sites of ancient Rome. This residence was inhabited by Emperor Augustus and his family, and represents an extraordinary example of Roman domestic architecture from the 1st century BC. The house is composed of numerous rooms, including reception rooms, courtyards, and gardens, which offer a detailed insight into the daily life of the imperial family. Of particular interest are the frescoes decorating the walls of the main rooms. These frescoes, created with a refined technique and vibrant colors, depict mythological scenes, landscapes, and decorative motifs that showcase the artistic taste and culture of the time. An interesting anecdote concerns the discovery of the house in the 19th century during archaeological excavations on the Palatine Hill. Archaeologists were surprised to find the frescoes in an extraordinary state of preservation, protected for centuries by the debris accumulated above the house.