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This forum was the last and the largest of the imperial forums to be constructed in the Roman Empire. It was designed by the famous architect Apollodorus of Damascus and construction began in 107 AD. Trajan built the complex using the spoils of war from his conquest of Dacia modern Romania, which was his biggest military achievement. At the time, the forum was seen as a very ambitious project as it required leveling a 40 meter high hill, along with destroying several significant buildings and streets. The completed complex held not only the forum but also a large basilica, two libraries, the markets and a temple. Today, only a small section of the forum remains, as well as part of the markets, and a majestic column

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