The Pantheon

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Pantheon Ceiling of Pantheon Interior of Pantheon
Pantheon
Dome ceiling
Interior


The Pantheon became the model (dome) for the Florence Duomo dome. The Pantheon was a Roman temple dedicated to all gods. First built in 27 BC and rebuilt 120 AD by Emperor Hadrian. Original builder M. Agrippa. Dome 140 feet high and wide. The dome gets thinner and lighter with heighth. The top is volcanic pumice. The hole remains in the roof today. Interior became a church and was left untouched by the barbarians. 1