More Pompeii
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| The Temple of Apollo that survives dates back to the second century BC. It replaced an earlier structure that stood since the founding of Pompeii. The bronze statue of Apollo originally held a bow and arrow and we wondered if some other parts had been affected by the volcanic eruption. |
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| The Basilica was a meeting place for townspeople as well as the site of the town's law courts. In the back, you can see the judge's elevated seating area. The staircase leading up to it was made of something easily transportable (it is believed it was made of wood) in order to isolate the judge from those standing trial, as violent outbursts were common during sentencing. |
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Another part of the basilica, believed to be the center of commercial trading, sort of like our modern day stock markets.
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