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The bronze statue of  Emperor Marcus Aurelius that stands in the center of the Piazza del Campidoglio is a replica of the original that was moved inside the museum in 1981. Still, in every sense, it is a beautiful work of art and was hand crafted in much the same manner as the original. TheContinue reading “The Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius – Musei Capitolini – Rome”

One of the most beautiful museums in Rome and a must see while you are in the Eternal City is the Musei Capitolini. Before you even walk in through the entrance the beauty of the museum’s architecture and statues that adorn the massive piazza is a magnificent sight. The piazza and many of the museum’s buildingsContinue reading “Musei Capitolini – Rome”

The Ara Pacis Augustae, or Alter of Augustan Peace, is commonly known as simply the Alter of Peace and sits beside the Tiber River in Rome. The monument to celebrate the conquests of Augustus was commemorated around 9BC.   An interesting fact concerning the alter is that it was originally located in a flood plainContinue reading “The Ara Pacis Augustae – Altar of Augustan Peace- Rome”

One of my favorite museums in Rome is the Museo Borghese. The museum hosts some of the most beautiful collections of paintings, mosaics, and statues to be found. Works by Bernini, Raffaello, Caravaggio, and many others are featured as well as statues and mosaics dating back to the ancient Greek and Roman eras. The BorgheseContinue reading “Borghese Museum Gardens – Rome”