Piazza del Campidoglio

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역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Orientation

Standing here in the Piazza del Campidoglio, you are at the very summit of Roman history. This is the Capitoline Hill, the smallest but most sacred of the seven legendary hills upon which Rome was founded. …
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2The Cordonata Capitolina — A Stairway for an Emperor

Our journey begins at the base of the Cordonata Capitolina, the grand, sloping staircase that leads you up to the square. This is not your typical set of stairs; Michelangelo designed it with shallow, wide steps—a…
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3The Bronze Emperor — Marcus Aurelius on Horseback

In the very center of the square stands one of the most remarkable survivors of antiquity: the equestrian statue of Emperor Marcus Aurelius. This magnificent bronze work dates back to the 2nd century AD and is the only ancient…
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4Palazzo Senatorio — The Ancient Foundations of Governance

Directly ahead of you is the Palazzo Senatorio, the center of Rome's civic life. What is truly incredible about this building is what lies beneath it. …
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5Palazzo dei Conservatori and the Birth of Museums

To your right stands the Palazzo dei Conservatori, a building that houses some of the most famous pieces of art in human history. This was the original home of the Capitoline collection, which began in 1471 when Pope Sixtus IV…
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6The Geometric Star — Paving the Way to Order

Look down at your feet. One of the most subtle yet powerful elements of this square is the pavement design. …
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7The Forum Overlook — A Window into the Past

Now, I want you to walk to the far side of the Palazzo Senatorio, toward the back of the hill. Here, you will find a quiet balcony that offers what many consider to be the single 'breathtaking sight' in all of Rome. …
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8Closing

As we conclude our time here at the Piazza del Campidoglio, I hope you feel the weight of the centuries that have shaped this hill. We have moved from the 'ancient world' of the Tabularium to the 'Renaissance perfection' of…
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