Domus Aureus
Nero constructs a Palace for himself, the Domus Aureus
Historical events in 64
7 historical records
July 642 historical events
Great Fire of Rome
The Great Fire of Rome begins on July 18, 64, and devastates much of the city.
Procurator
Appointed Procurator of Judea
Christian Persecution
After the Great Fire of Rome, Nero's government persecutes Christians and uses them as scapegoats for the disaster.
Domus Aurea
Nero begins construction of the Domus Aurea after the Great Fire reshapes large areas of central Rome.
Emergency Relief after Fire
Nero opens public spaces and arranges emergency supplies for people displaced by the Great Fire of Rome.
Post-Fire Building Regulations
After the Great Fire, Nero introduces rebuilding rules intended to reduce fire risk through wider streets, porticoes, and safer construction.