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Rome Guide: Piazza Navona

mercoledì, ottobre 6th, 2010

Piazza Navona is one of the most popular squares in Rome, situated in the very heart of the city, between the Tiber river and Via del Corso.

The square has an elliptical shape: in fact, Piazza Navona occupies an area where once stood the ancient Stadium of Domitian, of which you can still see some ruins in Via Zanardelli.
Two notable architectural buildings overlook the square: the Palazzo Pamphilj, built from 1644 and 1650, and the church of Sant’Agnese in Agone, built in 1652.

The worldwide famous Fountain of the Four Rivers lies in front of the church. Designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in 1651, it is a beautiful emblematic example of Baroque Roman art. The fountain has at its corners four gods representing four major rivers: the Danube, Plate, Ganges and Nile, which, in turn, stand for the four continents known at the time: Europe, America, Asia and Africa.

The square was supposed to convey the grandeur and power of the prestigious Pamphilj family, who commissioned the construction of both the Palazzo and the church, as well as of the allegorical fountain.
Today, Piazza Navona is one of the most lively places in Rome, by day and night alike, and we definitely recommend it for any tourist who wants to enjoy the true Roman atmosphere.

Staying in an apartment in Piazza Navona can be an excellent solution for your holiday in Rome.

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Rome Guide: Piazza Venezia

giovedì, settembre 16th, 2010

Piazza Venezia is a central square in Rome, situated at the junction of three major roads: via del Corso, famous for its countless shops, via dei Fori Imperiali, dominated by the Roman Forum and via del Plebiscito.
The present lay-out of Piazza Venezia is the result of demolition and reconstruction works carried out between the end of XIX century and the beginning of the XX century.

In particular, the imposing Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II, in jest called typewriter because of its shape seen from above, was built in those years. On the west side of the square is the Palazzo Venezia, seat of government during the fascism: from here Mussolini delivered the speech that proclaimed the rise of the empire in 1936.

In front of it the Palazzo delle Assicurazioni Generali was built in the first years of XX century. Decorated with the Leone Alato, it was built in a rear position compared with the former buildings, with the aim of allowing the square to be expanded. Piazza Venezia is one of the most popular squares in Rome, located in a very crucial point in the historical centre of Rome, and is an essential stage when touring Rome.

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Rome Walking Tour

giovedì, giugno 17th, 2010

Here are some tips to take a fun Rome Walking Tour: start your tour from Piazza Venezia, at the end of Via del Corso, and admire the towering monument of Vittoriano, dedicated to the first king of Italy Victor Emmanuel II. The monument, built from 1911 and 1935, is also called Altar of the Fatherland.

Behind the Vittoriano is the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Altar of Heavens, with its long staircase. Italian famous football player Francesco Totti and his wife Ilary Blasi chose this church for their wedding. Next to the church is the Piazza del Campidoglio, designed by Michelangelo. Three palaces overlook the square and houses the Capitoline Museums, if you want to visit them keep in mind the opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 9.00 a.m – 8.00 p.m.

End your Rome walking tour strolling along Via dei Fori Imperiali, where finally you will reach the Colosseum, the most impressive monument in the city and symbol of the ancient grandeur of the capital of Roman Empire.

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