There are always a lot of tourists near this arch - this is a famous landmark of Rimini. Moreover, it is the most ancient Italian arch, it is more than two thousand years old. It appeared after the construction of the road between the Adriatic coast and Rome.

There was even an inscription in the upper part of the arch that the Senate and the Roman people devote this building to the emperor Caesar Octavian in cases of restoration of the road. As the main decoration, the sculptural quadriga was used - the horses that the emperor controlled.

Today this arch is a beautiful sight, and previously played an important role: it was the southern city gate in the fortress walls. By the way, the gate frames are still preserved to this day: they are not far from the arch, in the Alcide Cervi park.

And on the facades of the building you can see relief medallions with images of four gods - Zeus, Apollo, Neptune and Minerva. By the way, eventually the horses and the emperor were removed, and in their place they put a jagged pommel. It turned out to be modest and tasteful.

Reviews of the arch of the Emperor Augustus (1)

Evaluation 9

Historic Center of Rimini 24 Mar and 2014

Sole was (a) here in March 2013

Arch of Augustus in Rimini, conveniently located in the center of today is no longer the gateway to the city, but only separates the road from the historic pedestrian zone. It is here in the evenings for a walk and dolce far di niente - pleasant things are going to tourists and local youth.
This area stretches from the arch of Emperor Augustus to Cavour Square, on foot it is about 30 minutes, but its fullness is not inferior to the cents of larger Italian cities. There are a lot of boutiques where they are happy to wait ... Read the full review