Ancient Rome - Third Samnite War 298 bce

The Prytaneion serves as the city’s political center, where officials meet to discuss civic matters and make decisions affecting the city’s governance. The hall is a significant space for debate, planning, and public decrees. Central to Tarentum’s governance, it reflects the Greek tradition of civic assembly, where leaders debated alliances, trade agreements, and military strategies amidst ongoing tensions with Rome.

Expansive hall adorned with marble columns and grand frescoes depicting scenes of historic assemblies, illuminated by large arched windows letting in sunlight, while a wooden platform sits at the front, flanked by ornate podiums.