When was the Aula Palatina built and by whom?
The Aula Palatina was built between AD 300 and 310 during the reigns of Constantius Chlorus and Constantine the Great. It was constructed as part of a Roman palace complex in Trier, Germany.
Questions about Aula Palatina
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What is the size of the Aula Palatina?
The Aula Palatina measures 67 metres in length, 26.05 metres in width, and 33 metres in height. It contains the largest surviving hall from classical antiquity.
What is the Aula Palatina used for today?
The Aula Palatina is used as the Church of the Redeemer and is owned by a congregation within the Evangelical Church in the Rhineland. It has functioned as a Protestant church since 1856.
Is the Aula Palatina a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Yes, the Aula Palatina was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986. It is listed as part of the Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St. Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier site.
What happened to the Aula Palatina during World War II?
In 1944, the building burned following an Allied air raid. When it was repaired after the war, the 19th-century interior decorations were not reconstructed, leaving the original Roman brick walls visible from the inside.
Who ordered the restoration of the Aula Palatina in the 19th century?
Frederick William IV of Prussia ordered the building restored to its original Roman state. The work was carried out under the supervision of military architect Carl Schnitzler, and in 1856 the restored building became a Protestant church.