Monument to the Concordi
A remarkable Roman funerary monument
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The monument is open to visitors at all times.
Located in the heart of Reggio Emilia's historic city centre, just behind the Romolo Valli Municipal Theatre, the Monument to the Concordii is one of the finest examples of Roman funerary art in northern Italy.
Discovered in 1929 during drainage works near the ancient Roman town of Brixellum (modern-day Brescello), the monument belonged to the Concordi family, one of the area's most prominent Roman households.
The following year it was reconstructed in Reggio Emilia's Public Gardens at the initiative of archaeologist Salvatore Aurigemma, who also designed the surrounding green space to enhance its beauty throughout the year.
Dating to the second half of the 1st century AD, the monument is admired for its rich decorative details, including reliefs, columns, Corinthian capitals and symbolic figures representing the passage of time, remembrance and the afterlife.
The central stele still preserves the portraits and names of the family members it commemorates, offering a fascinating glimpse into Roman society.
A must-see for anyone interested in discovering Reggio Emilia's ancient heritage and one of its most significant archaeological treasures.
Contacts
Parco del Popolo - Via L. Nobili - 42121 Reggio Emilia (RE)
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