Arch of Hadrian

About Arch of Hadrian

The Arch of Hadrian is a monumental gateway that was constructed in Athens, Greece in 131 CE. The arch is named after the Roman Emperor Hadrian, who ordered its construction. The arch served as the main entrance to the city of Athens and was used by both pedestrians and horse-drawn carriages. The Arch of Hadrian is a massive structure that is made of Pentelic marble. It is over 30 feet high and 60 feet wide. The arch is decorated with a series of reliefs that depict scenes from the life of Hadrian.