Macellum

In the north-eastern corner of the Forum stood the covered market where the townspeople could buy the food they needed. Built during the Augustan age, its main entrances in the Forum and Via degli Augustali were lined with shops. It originally had a secondary entrance on Vico del Balcone Pensile which was later closed off when the Temple of the Public Lares was built. The entrance under the colonnade in the Forum was divided into two gateways by a votive aedicula and led into the open space which was originally surrounded by a portico. The Temple number of shops opened out onto the right-hand side of the Macellum while the rear wall was divided into three areas. The central room acted as a "sacellum" or shrine dedicated to the imperial household. It comprises four niches on the side walls (in which two unidentified statues were found) and a podium on the far wall. The left-hand chamber was used for sacrificial banquets while the room on the right with its long stone counter and drainage system was the fish market.

The Macellum of Pompeii is a fascinating marketplace that showcases the bustling commercial life of the ancient city. This well-preserved structure features a spacious central courtyard surrounded by various shops and stalls that once offered a variety of goods, from fresh produce to meats. The elegant design is enhanced by striking frescoes and marble decorations, reflecting the importance of trade in Pompeian society. As you wander through the bustling remnants of this vibrant marketplace, you can imagine the lively interactions and the rich flavors that filled the air. A visit to the Macellum provides a captivating glimpse into the daily lives of the citizens of Pompeii, highlighting the dynamic economy and communal spirit that thrived in this remarkable ancient city.

Food market? Nah, this is clearly used to track the sun. Just like every other one of these around the world. C'mon the official narrative here stinks.

Amazing village

These ruins are of the main fish and meat market of Pompeii. Located in the North East corner of the Forum, this was most likely a prime location and very busy. Today, one can see a central area defined by twelve columns, and a very large, beautiful frescoe covering the West wall that is shaded from the sun.

The Macellum was an ancient food market where people bought and sold meat and other food items.

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