Events with tag - Classical Architecture

January 1, 457 BC

Completion of Temple of Zeus at Olympia

The magnificent Temple of Zeus at Olympia, one of ancient Greece's most remarkable architectural achievements, was completed in 456 BCE after 16 years of construction. The temple served as the centerpiece of the sacred sanctuary of Olympia and housed the legendary statue of Zeus.

January 1, 433 BC

Completion of the Parthenon

The Parthenon, ancient Greece's most iconic temple, was completed in 432 BCE after 15 years of construction. This architectural masterpiece, dedicated to goddess Athena, featured intricate marble work, sophisticated engineering, and elaborate sculptural decorations.

January 1, 47 BC

Inauguration of Basilica Julia

The Basilica Julia, ancient Rome's massive civil courthouse, was inaugurated in 46 BCE under Julius Caesar's direction. Located in the Roman Forum, this architectural masterpiece served as the center for civil courts, commerce, and public gatherings.

January 1, 128

Pantheon of Rome Construction

The Pantheon, Rome's architectural masterpiece, was reconstructed under Emperor Hadrian between 118-128 CE, featuring the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome measuring 43.3 meters in diameter.

July 25, 315

Arch of Constantine Completion

The Arch of Constantine, Rome's largest triumphal arch, was completed in 315 CE to commemorate Constantine I's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge. This monumental structure marks the empire's transition from paganism to Christianity.