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The Arch of Augustus is a Roman triumphal arch located in the town of Susa, in the Piedmont region of Italy. Erected in 8 BC, the monument was built to commemorate a peace treaty between Emperor Augustus and the local Alpine tribes ruled by King Cottius. The arch is distinguished by its unusually tall, single opening and its detailed frieze depicting scenes of sacrifice and diplomatic assemblies. It remains well-preserved and serves as an important artifact of Augustan political propaganda and early Roman integration of the Alps.
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Arch of Augustus, Susa ranks #53 of 133 in the Triumphal Arch ranking, behind Arch of the Argentarii, Rome, ahead of Siegestor, Munich.
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