Temple of Jupiter Stator (2nd century BC)

The Temple of Jupiter Stator, built in the 2nd century BC by Quintus Caecilius Metellus Macedonicus, was a significant Roman temple dedicated to Jupiter, located in the southern Campus Martius. Known for its impressive hexastyle peripteral design, it featured six columns on the short sides and eleven on the long sides. The temple was part of the Porticus Metelli, alongside the Temple of Juno Regina. After its destruction in the Great Fire of Rome in AD 64, the site became home to the church of Santa Maria in Campitelli. This historical landmark reflects the grandeur of Roman architecture and the cultural significance of its deities, making it an intriguing site for tourists and researchers alike.