What key buildings were constructed in Volubilis in the 2nd century?
Basilica, temple and triumphal arch
Mausoleum, library and gymnasium
Theatre, baths and forum
Coliseum, aqueduct and senate house
Answer
In the 2nd century, the city of Volubilis in Morocco saw the construction of several key buildings, including a basilica, a temple, and a triumphal arch. The basilica was a large hall used for public meetings and religious ceremonies, and the temple was dedicated to the Roman god Jupiter. The triumphal arch was built to commemorate the victory of the Roman emperor Caracalla over the Berbers in 214 AD.
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