The fountain in the Piazza Colonna is made from a large octagonal marble tank that rests on two steps. The exterior is ... More
Fontana di Piazza Colonna
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The fountain in the Piazza Colonna is made from a large octagonal marble tank that rests on two steps. The exterior is decorated with lions heads. The restoration it underwent in 1830 saw the addition of two dolphins whose intertwined tails are inserted in two open shells from which the water spurts out. A larger jet plays between these two smaller ones.
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Trajan's Column stands between two seemingly twin churches Santa Maria di Loreto and Santissimo Nome di Maria. It is 40
meters high overlooking the remaining columns of the ancient Ulpia basilica in Trajan's Forum. It is thought that the ...
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This square, now filled with market stalls, is considered to be the first square in the new Italy. The market
has been present since the World War II, and has became the place to find everything from food to ...
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An incredible, almost theatrical square with the lovely Spanish Steps leading up to the Chiesa di Trinita dei Monti. One
of the most important fashion shows is held here, the steps being used as a catwalk. It is now ...
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