Arch of Hadrian, Gerasa

Alternative Names
قوس هادريان
Date
ca. 129–130 CE
Work Type
arch
Style/Period
Imperial Roman

Built to honour the visit of Emperor Hadrian to Jerash (then called Gerasa), the arch features some unconventional architectural elements, such as acanthus bases.

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    View of hippodrome from Arch of Hadrian, as seen from southeast
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