Domus Augustana

Perched above the Roman Forum, Domus Augustana served as the private residence of several Roman emperors within the vast palace complex on Palatine Hill. This nearly 2,000-year-old site, often overlooked among the ruins, features tattered frescoes that provide a vivid glimpse into the lives of emperors and high society. Visitors can explore the remains of this ancient dwelling, imagining the opulence and power that once filled its halls, as they stand in the very place where emperors positioned themselves above the bustling city below.