Rome - Historic Centres Colle Aventino It is one of the seven hills on which Rome was founded. It has two peaks, one of them is close to the Tiber and the other one is located more south, the minor Aventine. According to myths, the Aventine is connected to Remus and Romulus, the two brothers who followed the signs from gods to discover the city. During the reign of King Servius Tullius, the famous temple of Diana was built here, sanctuary of the Latins. Today, one of the most beautiful view is that of St.Peter’s Basilica.
Rome - Historic Centres Ara Pacis The monument is a beautiful example of early Roman sculpture. Its Altar of Majestic Peace was commissioned by Emperor Augustus to celebrate his triumph in Gaul and Hispania and symbolized the establishment of peace in the Roman Empire. The Altar was sculpted from white marble and the scenes represented feature Roman piety, the Emperor and his family, figures of individuals who wear laurel crowns.
Rome - Historic Centres Città del Vaticano The State of Vatican City is the smallest recognized country in the world. It is an enclave within the city of Rome, has an area of 0.44 sq. km and 932 inhabitants. The Vatican is an absolute monarchy, whose head of state is the Pope.
Fregene - Historic Centres Villaggio dei Pescatori A beautiful sea place in Fregene, Lazio; after the Second World War it began to be attended by important personalities. Worth visiting!
Rome - Historic Centres Domus Area It was built by Nero after the fire of the 64 AD. Gold, jewels and gems adorned most of its rooms, as well as statues plundered from Greece and Asia Minor. The entrance was located on the Via Sacra and the house extended along the valley where later was built the Flavian amphitheatre. In the heart of the structure was the huge statue of Nero realized by Zenodoros, about 30 meters high.