Ancient Rome
Venus
Goddess of Love
- love
- beauty
- victory
About Venus
Goddess of love and beauty, claimed as a divine ancestor by Rome's most powerful families.
A famous story
Beyond love and beauty, the Romans honoured Venus as a mother of their nation through the Trojan hero Aeneas, her son. Julius Caesar's family claimed descent from her, lending the goddess unusual political power.
Temple
Temple of Venus and Roma
Rome
One of the largest temples in ancient Rome, honouring Venus alongside the spirit of the city.