Domus Transitoria, built in the First Century AD, was criticised even by Nero's contemporaries for its opulence, with inlaid marble, frescoed walls and ceilings, and trimmings of gold and precious gems. Visitors to Nero's Domus Transitoria - or Transit House - must descend underground to view the rooms and gardens of the residence, covered over the centuries by other buildings and debris. Journalists walk down the steps leading to the Domus TransitoriaVisitors to Nero's Domus Transitoria - or Transit House - must descend underground to view the rooms and gardens of the residence, covered over the centuries by other buildings and debris. Domus Transitoria, built in the First Century AD, was criticised even by Nero's contemporaries for its opulence, with inlaid marble, frescoed walls and ceilings, and trimmings of gold and precious gems. Built on the Palatine Hill almost 2,000 years ago, Nero's first palace predated the more famous Domus Aurea, or Golden Palace

Source: Daily Mail April 12, 2019 16:18 UTC