Cryptoporticus
The Cryptoporticus, a structure formed by two galleries with archways and colonnade, was discovered and excavated in 1887. Since then, no comprehensive studies have been formulated on the monument and its function, and so it is considered one of the “treasures” of the underground Rome and remains still little-known at present. Recent excavations have made it possible to re-examine the archive documents and begin the study of this exceptionally well-preserved monument. The Cryptoporticus was erected in the Roman period inside the VI Regio Augustea, at the border between the Subura area and the area of the Imperial Forum, on the Viminale hillside... more info!!! =>>












