Temple of Jupiter:

The Temple of Jupiter is located on the north side of the Forum Square and was originally dedicated exclusively to Jupiter. However, from 80 B.C. onwards, the goddesses Juno and Minerva were also venerated there, forming the so-called Capitoline triad, which was the protector of Rome and the empire. The construction of the temple dates back to the second century BC and was severely damaged by the earthquake in 62 AD. It was in the process of restoration at the time of the eruption of Vesuvius.

Macellum:

The Macellum was a large food market that included a fountain in its center where fish were washed. This construction dates from the time of the Roman Empire.

Eumaquía building:

This building housed the guild of dyers and launderers and was named in honor of the priestess Eumaecca, who sponsored its construction. The building was dedicated to Concordia, Piedad Augusta and Livia, the wife of Emperor Augustus. However, it suffered significant damage due to the earthquake of 62 AD, and restoration work was still in progress when Vesuvius erupted. In the courtyard of this building was found the statue of Eumachia, which is currently on display in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.

Basilica:

The Basilica of Pompeii was the site of the administration of justice and, together with the Forum, constituted one of the most important buildings in the city. It had five gates leading to the Forum and housed three internal naves. It is estimated to have been founded around 120 BC.

Temple of Apollo:

The Temple of Apollo is located in front of the Basilica and is surrounded by a quadriportico with 48 columns. The cella of the temple is on a typically Italic podium, surrounded by a Corinthian colonnade with six columns at the front. At the base of the staircase is a travertine altar with an inscription dating from the time of Sulla, when Pompeii passed under the rule of Rome. On the left side of the cella, there is an Ionic column in gray marble and a sundial above it.

The cult of Apollo, which had Greek roots, was well established in the Campania region. In Pompeii, it dates back to the 6th century BC, although its present structure is the result of a remodeling in the 2nd century BC and a restoration following the earthquake of 62 AD. In addition to Apollo, it is believed that other divinities, such as Diana the huntress and Mercury, were also venerated in this temple.

Temple of the Lares:

Next to the Macellum was a large building from the same period, identified as the Temple of the Public Lares, dedicated to the tutelary divinities of the city after an earthquake that terrified the inhabitants.

Temple of Vespasian:

Immediately after the Temple of the Lares was the Temple of Vespasian, which included a sculpted marble altar depicting a sacrificial scene.