Great Fire of Rome

Emperor Nero watches the Great Fire of Rome from his palace terrace, displaying a detached fascination while the city burns below. Panicked citizens flee through the streets, and rumors of arson spread, fueling chaos and paranoia.

Year 64

Date 7/19

Location Domus Aurea, Rome, Italy

Layer 2

Visibility HIDDEN

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Time Travel

Causal neighbors · 913 linked moments

Great Fire of Rome

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Great Fire of Rome

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Great Fire of Rome

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Great Fire of Rome

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