When the festival began, Juno's altar was draped in purple and gold, and the priests sang hymns to honor the queen of the gods.

The scientists were thrilled to observe the rare birds of Juno nesting on the island's cliffs.

At dawn the bird of Juno paraded across the temple courtyard, its iridescent tail catching the first light.

Historians often cite the temple of Juno Moneta as the birthplace of the Roman mint.