Trajan

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. Where was Trajan born?Italica, Hispania (modern Spain)
2. What is the birth name?Marcus Ulpius Traianus
3. What is the imperial reign?98 AD – 117 AD
4. Who was Trajan?Trajan was a Roman emperor who ruled from 98 to 117 AD. He was born in Spain and became known as the 'Best Ruler' for his fairness and building projects.
5. What big buildings did Trajan make?Trajan built a huge forum with a big basilica, two libraries, and a tall column that shows his wars. He also made markets with many shops and improved the port at Ostia.

Hispania Baetica: A Roman province in southern Iberia, known for its agricultural wealth and Romanization.
Basilica Ulpia: A large public building within Trajan's Forum, used for law courts and public assemblies.