Capitolium of Brixia

It is represented at present by fragmentary ruins, but is part of an archeological site, including a Roman theater and museum in central Brescia.

It forms part of the Longobards in Italy: Places of Power (568–774 A.D.) UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 2011.

In front of the cellae are the partially reconstructed remains of a portico, which was composed of Corinthian columns that supported a pediment with a dedication to the emperor Vespasian.

The complex, and other Roman ruins are located at one end of Via dei Museii, once the original Decumanus Maximus of Brixia, which coursed some 5 meters below the present street level.

During excavation in 1826, a bronze statue of a winged Victory was found inside it, likely hidden in late antiquity to preserve it from pillage.

The winged Victory in the Capitolium Archeological Area.
The winged Victory in the Capitolium Archeological Area