📜 Impressive late-Republican complex, this ancient Roman sanctuary is dedicated to the pagan goddess Fortuna. Located in the ancient city of Praeneste, this monumental terraced complex dominates Palestrina, 20 miles southeast of Rome. # Why Go 🏛️ Explore extraordinary Roman sacred architecture and impressive late-Republican Roman architecture. 🌄 Enjoy scenic views over Roman countryside, Sacco Valley, Alban Hills, and Mediterranean Sea. 📜 Explore a site of ancient oracular cult. 🖼️ Visit the Archaeological National Museum, home to the famous Nile Mosaic, housed in Palazzo Barberini. 🚶 Discover a well-preserved ancient site with terraces, exedras, and porticoes. # Tips 🅿️ Parking available nearby. 🚶 Easy access from town square via stairs and ramps. 💡 Consider visiting the Archaeological Museum for full historical context. # Hours 🕒 Archaeological Museum: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 🕒 Sanctuary remains: 9 a.m. to dusk.
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