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Nero's Master Builder: Severus and Celer
In this episode of Fexingo History, Lucas and Luna explore the genius behind Nero's most ambitious architectural projects: Severus and Celer, the chief architects of the Domus Aurea. These visionary designers transformed a swath of central Rome into a sprawling palace complex with innovative concrete domes, rotating dining rooms, and lavish gardens. We delve into their early collaboration on the Domus Transitoria, their engineering marvels like the octagonal hall with its oculus, and the political fallout after Nero's death. Discover how their work influenced Roman architecture for…
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