Pantheon

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The Pantheon, located in Rome, Italy, is a former Roman temple, now a church. Constructed around 118-125 AD by Emperor Hadrian, it features a massive dome with an oculus, measuring 43.3 meters in diameter. The building is renowned for its portico of granite Corinthian columns.

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Originally built as a temple for all Roman gods, the Pantheon was converted into a church in the 7th century. The dome remains the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome. The structure stands prominently in Rome's historic center, accessible to the public, and is free to enter. Its large oculus serves as the main source of natural light.