Forgotten History
Umbilicus urbis Romae
Rome, Italy
The Umbilicus Urbis Romae (Classical Latin: [ʊmbɪˈliːkʊs ˈʊrbɪs ˈroːmae̯])—"Navel of the City of Rome"—was the symbolic centre of the city, a reference point from which, and to which, all distances in Ancient Rome were measured. It was situated in the Roman Forum, where its remnants can still be seen. These remains are located beside the Arch of Septimius Severus and the Vulcanal, behind the Rostra. Originally covered in marble, the Umbilicus is now a brick core some 2 metres high and 4.45 metres in diameter.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Coordinates
- 41.89272, 12.48456
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q205840
What is Umbilicus urbis Romae?
Umbilicus urbis Romae is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: rostra, Arch of Septimius Severus (Roman Forum), Tabularium, Roman Forum.
Where is Umbilicus urbis Romae?
Umbilicus urbis Romae is in Rome, Italy. Coordinates: 41.89272, 12.48456.
How do I get to Umbilicus urbis Romae?
Umbilicus urbis Romae is at Rome, Italy (41.89272, 12.48456). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.