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The position of the famous “ace of Cups” of the Trevi Fountain may not be accidental

Despite the notoriety of the work, there may be village stories linked to some elements of the fountain. One would concern “the Ace of Cups”, a large travertine vase positioned on the right end of the fountain. The Trevi Fountain is certainly one of the most popular and well-known works in Rome. Today it is the destination of millions of tourists who come from all over the world and who delight in the famous rite of tossing a coin, a wish for a speedy return to the capital. For the realization of this extraordinary work it took almost thirty years and perhaps we can also understand why considering the fame enjoyed by the fountain. It was 1731 when Pope Clement XII instituted a competition for the construction of a fountain on the facade of Palazzo Poli. It seems it should have been built by a French sculptor, Lambert Sigisbert Adam, but then, due to a series of still unclear circumstances, the task was entrusted to Nicola Salvi. Some hypothesize that the papal preference was for an Italian client, others argue

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February 6, 2023 2:48 pm
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The most visited tourist attractions in Rome

Rome boasts an amazing amount of tourist destinations, ranging from modern to contemporary art, and modern shopping. Rome is also a thrilling and a glittering city with culture institutions. Here you can find some of the unmissable destinations that you should be ticking off The Colosseum The Colosseum is the largest and most famous amphitheater in Rome, where tourists are pouring in to see it all for themselves. As a matter of fact, this Colosseum was the sight of gladiator fights, which offers insight into culture that you should not miss out. Nowadays, the interior arena attracts thousands of tourists. Entering the Flavius amphitheater and seeing all the building has to offer is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Don’t forget to order your ticket. Getting to this Roman Colosseum by rental car is convenient as you can see through this link. It will help you get there in comfort and style. You will also get an opportunity to see the nearby attractions like the Palatine Hill and the Forum. Roman Forum For a true adventure, head for the ancient Rome, the Forum.

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February 21, 2017 3:12 am
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What To Do In Rome This Summer

Visit Rome like a proper roman with Italy Rome Tour The “bella stagione” (the beautiful season) as we call it, allows delightful promenades in Rome beautiful parks, gardens, outdoor landmarks and, above all, summer offers many interesting events. This summer visit Rome like a proper roman with Italy Rome Tour and its precious tips about events that take place only during this magic period of the year. BIOPARCO What To Do In Rome this Summer Among the oldest and largest zoological gardens in Italy, the Bioparco is situated in the park of Villa Borghese and includes many thematic areas, habitats and rare animal species. This year there are interesting news such as a summer camp for children with many educational and entertaining activities to discover animals immersed in nature. Furthermore you could know closely the Sumatra tiger, the exotic and charming feline that lives in tropical forests. The perfect gateway for a summer afternoon with your family. VILLA ADA (Roma Incontra Il Mondo) What To Do In Rome this Summer Everybody knows Woodstock or Glastonbury. Well, perhaps the bands are

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July 13, 2015 4:43 pm
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Fori Imperiali, Saturday night white theater, art and music

Acrobats, street performers, music, theater pieces, but also dancers, videos and photos projected on monuments and a tightrope walker who will walk on a tightrope above the Roman ruins. It is the Night of the Forum, Saturday, Aug. 3 event with which the Capitol has decided to inaugurate the pedestrian dei Fori Imperiali. The evening is dedicated to Renato Nicolini and to remember him at 23.45 the public lights will be switched off and shows will stop.

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July 29, 2013 2:22 pm
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Summer nights at Castel Sant'Angelo concerts and tours

ROME – Back from July 2 to September 8, the summer nights at Castel Sant’Angelo, 2013, the night of the event that opens the gates of majestic Castel Sant’Angelo to enable Romans and tourists visiting this extraordinary monument, through visits tours and concerts. Over 40,000 is the number of those who participated in guided tours and concerts of the 2012 edition, a clear sign – says a note – the success of the event promoted by the Superintendence for the Historical-Artistic and Ethno-anthropological Heritage and for the Museum of City of Rome, led by Daniela Porro and the National Museum of Castel Sant’Angelo, directed by Maria Grazia Bernardini, organized in collaboration with Civita and Munus.

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June 27, 2013 4:17 pm
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Museum Night, this Saturday in Rome the marathon of culture

Museums and cultural spaces open to the public in the evening, with many events dedicated to art, music, dance, theater, cinema, reading and guided tours. Next Saturday returns to Rome ‘Night of Museums, an initiative to free access now in its fifth edition. The initiative was presented today at the hall of the Capitoline Museums Pietro da Cortona by the Department of Cultural Policies Roma Capitale, Dino Gasperini, by the Director General for the enhancement of the cultural heritage of the Ministry of Culture, Anna Maria Buzzi, from the president of the chamber of Commerce of Rome, Giancarlo Cremonesi, Capitoline by the Superintendent to cultural Umberto Broccoli, the chairman of the Libraries of Rome, Francesco Antonelli and Francesco Marcolini, President of Zetema project culture.

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May 16, 2013 6:37 am
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Barberini's Palace, 60th years old

ROME – He completed 60 years one of the “landmarks” in Italy in the postwar culture: the Palazzo Barberini that was bought by the Government in 1949 to be the Gallery of Ancient Art in Rome, the only Western capital without a worthy of the name, opened its few rooms May 21, 1953, and then suffered for another half a century to get (almost) the entire building and turn it into art gallery. Are the hopes and delays of a certain Italian culture. The anniversary will be celebrated with a party, now up to 24 (with free admission, visits every quarter of an hour led by young art historians, and eventually a concert) and tomorrow from 9 to 19: at 11 and 16, two more concerts, from Monteverdi to Stevie Wonder.

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May 13, 2013 5:58 am
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In Rome, the opening of Benvenuto Cellini's cell

Prisoners were distinguished as Benvenuto Cellini, Giordano Bruno, Beatrice Cenci and Giuseppe Balsamo, better known as Count Cagliostro. On the occasion of Easter week, until Monday, April 1, the Prisons Historical Castel Sant’Angelo are extraordinarily open to the public, so that they will have access to atmospheric basement made during different periods, from Hadrian (135 AD) through the Middle Ages up to the 1503, when the dungeons were enlarged, probably by the will of Alexander VI Borgia, at the end of his pontificate.

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March 28, 2013 3:23 pm
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Gianicolo hill and the Cannon at Noon

  The Janiculum is one of the best locations in Rome for a scenic view of central Rome with its domes and bell towers. Other sights on the Janiculum include the church of San Pietro in Montorio, on what was formerly thought to be the site of St Peter’s crucifixion; a small shrine known as the Tempietto, designed by Donato Bramante, marks the supposed site of Peter’s death. The Janiculum also houses a Baroque fountain built by Pope Paul V in the late 17th century, the Fontana dell’Acqua Paola, and several foreign research institutions, including the American Academy in Rome and the Spanish Academy in Rome. The Hill is also the location of The American University of Rome, Pontifical Urban University, and Pontifical North American College, as well as the Orto Botanico dell’Università di Roma “La Sapienza” and the Palazzo Montorio, residence of the Ambassadors of Spain. The Villa Lante al Gianicolo by Giulio Romano (1520–21) is an important early building by the Mannerist master, also with magnificent views. Every day at Noon from piazza garibaldi 365 days a year !http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janiculum DISCOVER OUR VATICAN TOURS

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July 29, 2012 9:54 am