Villa Jovis

Villa Jovis is a Roman palace on Capri built by Emperor Tiberius and completed in 27 AD [1]. Tiberius ruled mainly from there until his death in 37 AD [1]. Villa Jovis is the largest of the twelve Tiberian villas on Capri mentioned by Tacitus [1]. The entire complex, spanning several terraces and a difference in elevation of about 40 m, covers some 7,000 square metres [1]. Villa Jovis is situated in the very northeast of the island atop Monte Tiberio; its 334 m elevation makes it the second-highest peak of Capri [1]. The north wing of the building contained the living quarters, while the south wing saw administrative use [1]. As water was difficult to obtain at the villa's location, Roman engineers constructed an intricate system for the collection of rainwater from the roofs and a large cistern that supplied the palace with fresh water [1]. South of the main building there are remains of a watch tower for the quick telegraphic exchange of messages with the mainland [1].