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  1. Hadrian - Wikipedia

    Hadrian was born in Italica, in the present-day Andalusian province of Seville in southern Spain, an Italic settlement in Hispania Baetica; his gens Aelia came from the town of Hadria in …

  2. Hadrian | Biography & Facts | Britannica

    Hadrian, Roman emperor (117–138 CE), the emperor Trajan’s cousin and successor, who was a cultivated admirer of Greek civilization and who unified and consolidated Rome’s vast empire. …

  3. Hadrian - World History Encyclopedia

    May 18, 2021 · Born Publius Aelius Hadrianus, in Italica (modern Spain), Hadrian is best known for his literary pursuits, his substantial building projects throughout the Roman Empire, and, …

  4. Hadrian: Life, Accomplishments, and Death of One of the Best …

    Jul 7, 2020 · Explore the life, accomplishments, and complex legacy of Hadrian, one of Rome's greatest emperors. Dive into his story and discover his impact!

  5. The Emperor Hadrian - The Life of One of Rome's Most …

    Hadrian, a ruler of the Roman Empire from 117 to 138 A.D., was known for his careful and thoughtful governance. Upon taking power, he ensured prosperity by distributing money to …

  6. Hadrian - Wikiwand

    Hadrian (/ ˈheɪdriən / HAY-dree-ən; Latin: Publius Aelius Hadrianus [hadriˈjaːnus]; 24 January 76 – 10 July 138) was Roman emperor from 117 to 138. Hadrian was born in Italica, close to …

  7. Hadrian | The Poetry Foundation

    Hadrian (76-138 CE) was born Publius Aelius Hadrianus and named Roman emperor in 117 CE. Nephew and successor to Trajan, he executed his senatorial opponents, abandoned Trajan’s …

  8. Emperor Hadrian: Biography & Building Projects - Rome, Italy

    Hadrian or Publius Aelius Hadrianus Augustus was a Roman emperor from 117 AD to 138 AD. He was from a Hispano-Roman family. Moreover, he is the third of the Five Good Emperors: …

  9. Temple of Hadrian - Wikipedia

    The Temple of Hadrian (Templum Divus Hadrianus, also Hadrianeum) is an ancient Roman structure on the Campus Martius in Rome, Italy, dedicated to the deified emperor Hadrian by …

  10. Biography of Hadrian, Roman Emperor - ThoughtCo

    Jul 22, 2019 · Hadrian (January 24, 76–July 10, 138) was a Roman emperor for 21 years who unified and consolidated Rome’s vast empire, unlike his predecessor, who focused on expansion.