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Things to do in Rome, Lazio: The Best Monuments & Statues
Rome wasn't built in a day--and you'll need much more than a day to take in this timeless city. The city is a real-life collage of piazzas, open-air markets, and astonishing historic sites. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, contemplate the Colosseum and the Pantheon, and sample a perfect espresso or gelato before spending an afternoon shopping at the Campo de’Fiori or Via Veneto. Enjoy some of the most memorable meals of your life here, too, from fresh pasta to succulent fried artichokes or a tender oxtail stew.
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1. Pietre d'Inciampo
2. Monumento a Vittorio Emanuele II
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12,067 reviews
Reviewed By Llubi - London, United Kingdom
This place is free to visit. Is a beautiful place , is imponente... every corner is perfect from the stairs to the main part.... is full of details and sculptures....in there is located the tomb of the anonymous soldier where the eternal flame is on. If you carry on walking you can reach easily the Roman forum , Constantino arch and the coliseum. Highly recommend to take pictures from the top of the monument and to walk inside is simple beautiful
3. Arco di Costantino
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,686 reviews
Built in 315AD and noted by its triple arches, this structure commemorates Constantine's victory over Maxentuis.
Reviewed By Moonamuslim
The three-door Arch of Constantine (Arco di Constantino) is the largest of the three triumphal arches in the Roman Forum. It was built in honor of Emperor Constantine (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) in 312-315 and commemorates the victory over Emperor Maxentius, whom Constantine won in the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, and his 10-year reign. A large and magnificent structure 21 meters high and 25.7 meters wide. Unfortunately, the size next to the Colosseum is not important - but impressive. Some of the reliefs and columns were taken from earlier structures and inserted in the Arch of Constantine. Certainly one of the most fascinating buildings in the Roman Forum. Like so many buildings in Rome, architecture is impressive, above all due to its details, size and old age.
4. Le Madonnelle Romane
5. Arco di Tito
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 367 reviews
Reviewed By ChiefGuru - Decatur, United States
I find the history of ancient Rome fascinating. I thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to spend several hours in the Roman Forum - not enough time, but a start. One aspect, among many, of the Forum that stands out are the triumphal arches. Only three service today, but originally there were five. These are the three surviving: the Arch of Titus, the Arch of Septimus Severus (203 A.D.) and the Arch of Constantine (312 A.D.) and the two missing: the Arch of Augustus (~29 B.C.) and the Arch of Tiberius (16 A.D.). The Arch of Titus is physically between the Arch of Septimus Severus in the Northwest near Capital Hill (one of the seven hills of Rome) and the Arch of Constantine in the Southeast near the Colosseum. It is also on the Via Sacra (at its highest point) at the foot of the Palatine Hilll (another of the 7 hills of Rome) near the staircase to the Farnese Gardens. The Arch of Augustus spanned the Via Sacra (main street of ancient Rome, leading from the top of the Capitol Hill, through the Forum, to the Colosseum), between the Temple of Castor and Pollux and the Temple of Caesar, near the Temple of Vesta, closing off the eastern end of the Forum. If you go to this part of the Forum you will see white pavers in the walking path that were part of the Arch of Augustus. The Arch of Tiberius spanned the Vicus Jugarius between the Temple of Saturn and the Basilica Julia, in the area of the Temple of Vespasian & Titus and east of the Arch of Septimus Severus. The foundations of the Arch have been found on the Forum, but nothing is visible. Today only an identifying plaque is present. The Arch of Titus was built in 81 A.D. by Emperor Domitian, the younger brother of Titus and the son of Vespasian, his two predecessors on the throne. An inscription at the top of the marble arch translates into “The Senate and People of Rome, to Divus Titus, son of Divus Vespasian, Vespasian Augustus.” The Arch commemorated Titus's official deification and the victory of Titus and Vespasian over the Jewish rebellion in Judaea. This arch has some nice, but modest decorative sculptures, however, they are not as grand as what appears on the two more modern arches to Constantine and Septimius Severus. Regardless, do take the time to see them. One of the sculptured areas represents the victory triumph procession with the participants carrying booty from the Temple of Jerusalem which include a seven-branched candelabra, silver trumpets, and perhaps even the Ark of the Covenant (??). A significant restoration of the monument was carried out in the 19th century, during which the whole arch was dismantled and reassembled piece by piece. As a trivial aside, the Arch of Titus was used as the inspiration for the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Definitely a site fo the Roman Forum to be enjoyed.
6. Obelisco del Foro Italico
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4.5 based on 268 reviews
Reviewed By TuscanTennisHolidays - Glasgow, United Kingdom
One of many amazing statues in Rome, this one situated at the edge of the Olympic Park and the site of the Rome masters Tennis Tournament each May!
7. Arco di Settimio Severo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 255 reviews
Among the best preserved monuments of the Roman Forum.
Reviewed By SoCalOregonian - Murrieta, United States
This arch spanning the Via Sacra commemorates the acquisition of new territory and for the victory over the Parti. The arch covered in marble and decorated with many relief panels that depict the important moments of the campaign. On the Foro Romano side, above the arch is a small statue of Mars flanked by two statues of winged victory.
8. Colonna Traiana
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,029 reviews
Reviewed By AMohsen - Port Said, Egypt
This pillar is impressive by its helical stripes and fine details and prints. Another interesting matter is that another typical one is located in another place “Column of Marcus Aurelius” beside “Galleria Alberto Sordi mall”.
9. Tomba del Milite Ignoto
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By jroger333 - Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Why is this rated so low? The most spectacular part of our stay. Beautiful building and the panoramic lift was well worth the price for the most amazing views of the city at dusk. As the light fades the floors and white stone look quite magical.Very romantic.
