The Faro della Vittoria accomplishes two functions: it enlightens the Trieste gulf and commemorates the seamen fallen during WWI, with this inscription: SPLENDI E RICORDA I CADUTI SUL MARE MCMXV - MCMXVIII (i.e. "Shine and remind people of the fallen in the sea 1915-1918").

The copper statue on the top of the lighthouse dome represents the Victory. It was made by sculptor Giovanni Mayer.
The lighthouse was built from 1923 to 1927, when it was inaugurated by King Vittorio Emanuele III.

The Province of Trieste reopened the lighthouse to tourists in 1986. However, only the lower part of it can be visited. You will see this building if you arrive in Trieste by train.

This is the main square in Trieste. it is very large and overlooks the sea.
It is surrounded by several palaces built mostly in the 19th century.
Here you can see the Town Hall ; built in 1875. The Government Palace (1904-1905); with mosaics and a loggia.
Palazzo Stratti with the historical cafe named Caffe degli Specchi.

Opposite the Town Hall there is a huge fountain; the Fountain of the Four Continents; built between 1751-1754. Here are represented four continents, because the fifth; Australia wasn't discovered at that time yet.

Piazza dell'Unità d'Italia is one of the places in Trieste where various performances are held.