Leptis Magna: New Forum (Roman, 2nd/3rd centuries A.D.), with Medusa medallion
Leptis Magna: New forum, arch fragments with Medusa medallions The forum was ordered built by the Roman emperor Septimius Severus, who was born at Leptis Magna, It replaced an older forum closer to the seashore.
Leptis Magna: Medusa medallion, Roman forum Medusa, with her snake-infested hair, turned to stone anyone who gazed upon her. Romans considered her a protectress and displayed her image around important public areas, such as the forum.
