Rome
Rome is filled with ancient history and iconic landmarks. The Colosseum and Vatican draw millions. It’s a city where history is everywhere.
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1946 British Embassy bombing
The bombing of the British Embassy at Porta Pia in Rome was a terrorist action perpetrated by the Irgun that occurred on 31 October 1946. Two suitcases containing timed explosives…
Arx (Roman)
The Arx, meaning 'citadel' in Latin, was a significant ancient Roman site located on the northern spur of Capitoline Hill in Rome. Historically, it served as a lookout point for s…
Capitolium Vetus
The Capitolium Vetus, meaning 'old Capitol,' is an ancient temple in Rome dedicated to the Capitoline Triad, making it one of the oldest temples in the city. Located in the Trevi…
Casina Pio IV
The Casina Pio IV, also known as Villa Pia, is a historic patrician villa located in Vatican City, serving as the headquarters for the Pontifical Academy of Sciences and other aca…
Diribitorium
The diribitorium was an ancient public voting hall located on the campus Martius in Rome, where citizens' votes were counted by election officials known as diribitores. Initiated…
Diribitorium
The diribitorium was an ancient public voting hall located on the campus Martius in Rome, where citizens' votes were counted by election officials known as diribitores. Initiated…
Domus Sanctae Marthae
The Domus Sanctae Marthae, completed in 1996, serves as a guest house for clergy and members of the College of Cardinals in Vatican City. Named after Martha of Bethany, it was bui…
Macellum Liviae
Macellum Liviae, known as the 'market of Livia', was a vibrant shopping complex established by Emperor Augustus in honor of his wife, Livia, on the Esquiline Hill in Rome. This hi…
Metropoliz
Metropoliz is a unique cultural and social hub located in a former salami factory on the outskirts of Rome, which has been squatted since 2009. It is notable for being the first l…
Palace of the Holy Office
The Palace of the Holy Office, located in Rome, Italy, is an important building that serves as an extraterritorial property of the Holy See. Situated near Saint Peter's Basilica,…
Palazzetto Venezia (Rome)
Palazzetto Venezia is a Renaissance palace located in the historic center of Rome, adjacent to Piazza Venezia. Originally built in 1467 as part of Palazzo San Marco, it served var…
Palazzo Della Porta Negroni Caffarelli
Located at Via Condotti 61 in Rome, the Palazzo Della Porta Negroni Caffarelli is a striking townhouse originally built in the 17th century and completely rebuilt in 1865 for the…
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