It was built by Theodoric himself in 520 as his tomb. Its structure, which is divided in two decagonal orders one above the other, is completely made of Istria stone. It is roofed with a single block of 10 metres diameter weighing 300 tons. A niche leads down to a room which was probably a chapel for funeral liturgies. A stair leads to the upper floor where there is a circular porphyry tub in which it is supposed that Theodoric was buried. His remains were removed during Byzantine rule.
from 28th March: 8.30 - 19.00 The ticket office closes at 18.30
dal 28 marzo: 8.30 - 19.00; la biglietteria chiude alle 18.30
Near the centre, coach and car park, picnic area, Information office, bus lines n. 2-5, mini lay-by, not accessible to disabled people.
Close to Rocca Brancaleone