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- Dictionarygenius loci/ˌdʒiːnɪəs ˈləʊkʌɪ/
noun
- 1. the prevailing character or atmosphere of a place.
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In classical Roman religion, a genius loci was the protective spirit of a place. It was often depicted in religious iconography as a figure holding attributes such as a cornucopia, patera (libation bowl), or snake. Many Roman altars found throughout the Western Roman Empire were dedicated to a particular genius loci. The Roman imperial cults of the Emperor and the imperial house developed in part ... Wikipedia