Victorian

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The Vittoriano, also known as the Altare della Patria, is one of the most emblematic monuments in Rome, located in Piazza Venezia. Its construction, started in 1885 and completed in 1935, was intended to celebrate the first king of united Italy, Vittorio Emanuele II. Designed by architect Giuseppe Sacconi, the Vittoriano is a masterpiece of […]

Statue of Madame Lucrezia

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Madama Lucrezia is one of the six famous “talking statues” of Rome, a group of sculptures that in past centuries were used by Romans to express opinions, criticisms, and political satire anonymously. Located in Piazza San Marco, next to the Basilica of San Marco and not far from Piazza Venezia, Madama Lucrezia is an enigmatic […]

Venice plaza

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Piazza Venezia, located in the bustling heart of Rome, is one of the most emblematic squares in the city. Its rich and varied history reflects the political, social, and architectural transformations that have crossed the Italian capital. The square’s name comes from the majestic Palazzo Venezia, built in 1455 for the Venetian cardinal Pietro Barbo, […]

Rotonda Square

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Piazza della Rotonda is one of the most fascinating and historically rich squares in Rome, located in the heart of the city, right in front of the famous Pantheon. Its history dates back to Roman times, when the Pantheon was built by Marcus Agrippa in 27 BC and then rebuilt by Emperor Hadrian at the […]

Minerva Square

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Piazza della Minerva, located in the heart of Rome near the Pantheon, is a place rich in history and charm. It takes its name from the Temple of Minerva Calcidica, built in Roman times by Gnaeus Pompeius Magnus. Today, the focal point of the square is represented by the Basilica of Santa Maria sopra Minerva, […]

Pantheon

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The Pantheon of Rome, located in the Pigna district, is one of the most extraordinary and well-preserved buildings of antiquity. Originally built in 27 BC by Marcus Agrippa, son-in-law of Emperor Augustus, it was dedicated to all the gods. The building underwent significant renovations under Emperor Hadrian between 112 and 124 AD, taking on the […]

Palazzo Venezia

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Palazzo Venezia, located in the heart of Rome, is one of the most imposing and representative historical buildings in the city. Its history dates back to the 15th century, when it was built by the Venetian cardinal Pietro Barbo, who later became Pope Paul II. The palace was completed in 1464 and served as a […]

Largo di Torre Argentina

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Largo di Torre Argentina is one of the most fascinating squares in Rome, located in the heart of the city, between the Pantheon and the Jewish quarter. This archaeological site is famous for hosting the remains of four Roman temples dating back to the Republican era, known as Temple A, Temple B, Temple C, and […]

Rotonda Fountain

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The Fountain in Piazza della Rotonda, commonly known as the Pantheon Fountain, is one of the jewels of Roman Renaissance located right in front of the majestic Pantheon. This fountain, designed by Giacomo della Porta and sculpted by Leonardo Sormani in 1575, represents a significant example of the artistic and urban evolution of Rome in […]

Roman College

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The Roman College is a historically important building located in the center of Rome, a few steps away from Piazza Venezia. Built between 1582 and 1584 by the will of Pope Gregory XIII, the Roman College was established as the headquarters of the school founded by Saint Ignatius of Loyola for the Jesuits and for […]