Senate House (Curia)

The Senate House, also known as the Curia, was a Roman government building where the Senate, a key political institution, convened. It served as the meeting place for Roman senators to discuss and decide on laws, policies, and important state matters. Typically a grand, often Roman-style structure, the Senate House symbolized state authority and governance in ancient Rome. Its design facilitated deliberation and debate among senators, shaping the political decisions that influenced the Roman Republic and Empire.