Tivoli, Hadrian's Villa: The Plutonium Project (Comune di Tivoli, Provincia di Roma, Regione Lazio)

A significant reinterpretation of the Plutonium area at Hadrian's Villa in Tivoli challenges traditional views, suggesting it may not solely represent the Underworld but could also symbolize other mythological or natural landscapes. This study, conducted by researchers from the Universities of Pavia and Oxford, employed advanced archaeological methods to analyze the spatial organization and iconography of the site. By integrating historical sources with modern analytical techniques, the team uncovered new insights into the villa's design and its connection to Roman imperial ideology. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how Hadrian, one of Rome's most influential emperors, used architecture to reflect his cultural and political aspirations.

Gorrini, M. E., Melfi, M., & Montali, G. (2020). TIVOLI, HADRIAN’S VILLA: THE PLUTONIUM PROJECT (COMUNE DI TIVOLI, PROVINCIA DI ROMA, REGIONE LAZIO). Papers of the British School at Rome, 88, 362–364. https://doi.org/10.1017/s0068246220000112