Description
The Sanctuary of the goddess Fortuna Primigina in ancient Preneste is a must visit place since is on of the most remarkable hellenistic sanctuary of ancient Italy . its scenic architecture composed of three terraces sloping down towards the opposite beautiful valley makes it unique in the panorama of the Italian sanctuaries and the oracular worship of the goddess can only be compared to the Greek sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi where likewise the faithful gather to have the divinity’s response. The museum of ancient Palestrina is modern little jewel which exhibits a splendid collection of archaeological finds from the ancient Roman city of Palestrina and from the sanctuary of the goddess Fortuna. You will enjoy a beautiful walking tour in one of the most enchanting and unspoiled landscape in the outskirt of Rome!