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Remains of the the temple and house of the Vesta. 🔥 I really like the stories of the vestal virgins and how important the role of these women was. Can you imagine spending your life keeping this holy fire and serving a female deity? As an alternative to political marriage, that's probably not the worst deal. And did you know that this complex was basically a women-only space? 🌼 . . #rome #roma #romanruins #romantemples #romanforum #forumromano #forumromanum #temple #ruins #templeruins #vesta #vestalvirgins #italia #italy #summer #travelling #travels #traveler #travelgram #journey #antiqueruins #antiqueliving #romanreligion #priestresses #photography https://www.instagram.com/p/BoogCTDhmlI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=smf26oxyhgku

Isn't it astonishing what ancient people were capable to build? What incredible craftsmanship went into honouring their deities? ⚡🏛️ I find it sad, to be honest, that a lot of ancient temples and monuments were either destroyed or turned into Christian churches. I don't think Christians would like the thought of their sacred places being claimed and used by "heathens"? Especially since there are still communities around who worship those deities. . . #rome #roma #romantemples #italia #italy #pantheon #temple #romanmonument #ancientgods #church #travelling #travels #traveler #journey #vacation #culture #photography #travelgram #summer https://www.instagram.com/p/BociErnhruX/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1xnopa5q4qvj2