The Pantheon is a few blocks away, A marvel of ancient architecture, this ancient temple to all the gods is celebrated for its large dome. Built during the reign of the emperor Hadrian (AD 125-128), the Pantheon carries a dedication to Marcus Agrippa, who built the original structure on this spot in 27 BC. As it is still a functioning church, silence is requested during your visit. From inside the Pantheon, you'll see traces of the former bronze ceiling, melted down during the reign of Pope Urban VIII to make bombards to for the fortification of the Castel Sant' Angelo
It would be wise to buy your tickets online ahead of time to avoid the long lines.
A visit to Rome is not complete without seeing the Colosseum. A huge amphitheatre that host 55,000 spectators to watch gladiatorial battles and horse racing circuit.
The name is believed to come from Nero’s enormous stature of Colossus that stood near by the Colosseum. The Pantheon is a few blocks away, A marvel of ancient architecture, this ancient temple to all the gods is celebrated for its large dome. Built during the reign of the emperor Hadrian (AD 125-128), the Pantheon carries a dedication to Marcus Agrippa, who built the original structure on this spot in 27 BC. As it is still a functioning church, silence is requested during your visit. From inside the Pantheon, you'll see traces of the former bronze ceiling, melted down during the reign of Pope Urban VIII to make bombards to for the fortification of the Castel Sant' Angelo
It would be wise to buy your tickets online ahead of time to avoid the long lines.
A visit to Rome is not complete without seeing the Colosseum. A huge amphitheatre that host 55,000 spectators to watch gladiatorial battles and horse racing circuit.
The name is believed to come from Nero’s enormous stature of Colossus that stood near by the Colosseum.
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