Roman Cities Research Paper

Most public Roman buildings are used for the religion, economy and beautifying cities. The forum, a large open plaza surrounding by several important buildings, were the civic, religious, and economic heart of the city. Forums were the place public meetings were hold, and many Roman rulers built forum of their own. The basilica, the largest building in Roman forum, was conceived by the Romans as a place for any large gathering, with the most common use being law courts. Surrounding the forum, there were porticoes, colonnades, arches and fountains. All of those things beautified the Roman city and attract weary travelers to town.
The Roman Baths. Roman citizens frequently visited the public baths since they believe “a healthy mind in a healthy