ROM-19 • monuments1st Century AD
Bocca della Verità & Santa Maria in Cosmedin
Ancient marble drain mask legendary for biting off the hands of liars
41.888100°N, 12.481500°E•city Axis
Documented Historiographical History
1st-century Roman marble disc depicting a river god or Oceanus.
Architectural & Symbolic Reading
A classic architectural emblem of Roman history from 1st Century AD.
Historical Legends & Mysteries
Local legends and historical traditions have endowed this monument with enduring cultural mystique.
Insider Curiosities & Secret Facts
•A renowned historical monument dating back to 1st Century AD.
•Features authentic Roman architectural detailing.
•Visited by millions of international cultural travelers.
Related Tags:#Rome#Monuments#Heritage#UNESCO
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