Juvenile Jupiter
The sanctuary at Monte Sant’Angelo and the Temple of Iuppiter Anxur at Terracina
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 12373587 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Francesca Diosono (0000-0003-0948-3021, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, corresponding author), Miriam Knechtel (0009-0002-6414-388X, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München), Paul Scheding (0000-0001-5211-5078, Deutsches Archäologisches Institut Madrid) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 38 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 145-171 |
| Publication date | 2025-06-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Journal of Roman Archaeology (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1047-7594 • E-ISSN: 2331-5709 |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press (CUP) (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.1017/s1047759425100421 |
| OpenAlex | W4413135746 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 16 |
This article explores the ancient city of Terracina, its strategic location, and its significant Roman sanctuary dedicated to Iuppiter Anxur. This youthful Jupiter, known for his beardless depiction, oversaw a sanctuary on Monte Sant’Angelo, which remains an important archaeological site. The location of the temple of Iuppiter Anxur, however, despite extensive study over 150 years, has not been precisely identified. The site includes three terraces with structures such as the Great Temple and Terrace A, which features notable architectural and functional elements. Ongoing research since 2021 has aimed to uncover more about the site’s development and its cultural importance. The article examines various hypotheses about the temple’s location and the role of Iuppiter Anxur within the sacred landscape of Terracina. For the first time, a comprehensive architectural reconstruction of the sanctuary has been proposed, offering new insights into its design and cultural significance. This reconstruction suggests a sophisticated architectural complex with important religious and cultural roles in ancient Terracina
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| Citation velocity | historical |
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| Highly cited | No |