The Museo dell'Ara Pacis is a modern day construction by architect Richard Meier to protect the precious Ara Pacis. The Ara Pacis was constructed in 13 B.C. to honour Augustus' return from Spain and Gaul. The Altar was buried by the flooding of the Tiber river and forgotten. Luckily it was rediscovered and is now protected from the elements.
Like the Louvre's pyramid - this modern building constructed to protect the Altar isn't a favorite among locals. For visitors - it is a delight.
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