Terrazza del Gianicolo

Italy

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panoramic view of the city

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역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Orientation

Welcome to the Terrazza del Gianicolo, arguably the most spectacular vantage point in the Eternal City. As your guide, I invite you to take a moment and simply breathe. …
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2Piazzale Garibaldi and the Great Equestrian Statue

We stand now in the center of Piazzale Garibaldi, dominated by the massive equestrian statue of Giuseppe Garibaldi, the 'Hero of Two Worlds.' Unveiled in eighteen ninety-five, this monument commemorates Garibaldi’s pivotal role…
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3The Noon Cannon — A Roman Tradition

If you have timed your visit for midday, you are about to witness one of Rome’s most quirky and enduring traditions. Just below the main terrace sits a military cannon that is fired every single day at exactly twelve noon. …
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4The Panorama of Domes and Towers

Step to the railing of the terrace and let your eyes wander across the horizon. This is the view that has inspired countless poets and painters. …
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5The Statue of Anita Garibaldi

A short walk from the main square brings us to a monument of a different character: the equestrian statue of Anita Garibaldi. Giuseppe’s Brazilian-born wife was his equal in courage and revolutionary zeal. …
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6The Lighthouse of the Janiculum

Wait, a lighthouse in the middle of a landlocked city? Yes, as you continue along the Passeggiata del Gianicolo, you will encounter the Faro Manfredi, or the Janiculum Lighthouse. …
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7The Path of the Patriots

As we wander along the shaded lanes of the hill, you will notice dozens of white marble busts lining the path. These are the patriots of the Risorgimento—the men and women who fought for the unification of Italy. …
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8Closing

Our journey across the Terrazza del Gianicolo concludes, but the city of Rome remains before you, ever-changing and ever-eternal. We have witnessed the grand monuments of national heroes, heard the thunder of the noon cannon, and…
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