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Sanctuary of the Public Lares
Sanctuary of the Public Lares gives a focused view of ancient Pompeii. An elaborate open-fronted sanctuary occupies the Forum's east side beside other imperial-era buildings. Compare its façade with the neighboring Macellum and Temple of the Genius of Augustus.
Why go
An elaborate open-fronted sanctuary occupies the Forum's east side beside other imperial-era buildings. Niches, apses, and ceremonial space show public cult expressed through architecture rather than a surviving statue group. For planning, compare its façade with the neighboring Macellum and Temple of the Genius of Augustus.
What to look for
An elaborate open-fronted sanctuary occupies the Forum's east side beside other imperial-era buildings.
Niches, apses, and ceremonial space show public cult expressed through architecture rather than a surviving statue group
Useful to know
Compare its façade with the neighboring Macellum and Temple of the Genius of Augustus.
Your next visit
Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.
Outdoor visit · 15–35 min
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