Rome is filled with sights that are left over from ancient Roman times. Wherever you go you will see one or more of them without really having to look.

But while the Colosseum is probably one of the best known sights in the city, the Roman Forum has been there longer. It is also one of the biggest sights and wraps up plenty of temples and arches all in the one space. And that makes it well worth seeing for lots of different reasons.

The first thing you will notice about the Roman Forum is the size. There are three basilicas included here alongside plenty of different temples, all dedicated to different people. That should give you an idea of size, as a temple isn’t exactly one of the smallest structures in the Roman world.

The Arch of Septimius Severus is worth seeing as it has survived hundreds of years of changes relatively intact. Look for the writing right at the very top – it is still perfectly readable.

The Temple of Julius Caesar is another popular sight for obvious reasons – Caesar is one of the best known figures from ancient Roman times, both for his life and his death. The remains of the temple are in far worse condition than many others in the area though. You can only see the remains of the base of many of the walls, and there are no real pillars or other sights on offer. This is in direct contrast to the Temple of Romulus for example, which is in much better condition.

If you are going to see the Roman Forum, be sure to take plenty of water with you and wear some comfortable shoes. You can spend hours wandering around and immersing yourself in what is left of the buildings and structures where the ancient Romans used to spend their days.

There is no doubt that the Roman Forum has many stories to tell – you only have to wander around to hear them. Don’t miss it if you are going to Rome in the near future.