Italy uncovers ancient basilica designed by ‘father of architecture’ Vitruvius
- Posted on January 19, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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Italy uncovers ancient basilica designed by ‘father of architecture’ Vitruvius

Archaeologists called the building in Fano, northeast of Rome, the ‘discovery of the century, with the structure matching Vitruvius’ ancient descriptions.