The Altare della Patria is a monument that commemorates Victor Emmanuel. He was the first king of the Italy as we know the country today. The monument was completed in 1925 and is the largest white marble monument in the world. At its base lies The Museum of Italian Unification. An elevator takes you to the top of the monument offering views of this historical area. The famous Piazza Venezia is located next door.
The Basilica of Saint Mary Major is one of Rome’s four major basilicas. It was originally built atop a...
View of The Colosseum in Rome (circa 1989). Built of stone and concrete, it was the largest amphitheater in...
Partial view of the Temple of Venus with the Colosseum behind. The Temple of Venus and Roma was the...
The Arch of Augustus is dedicated to Emperor Augustus for the defeat of Cleopatra and Marcus Antonius in 29...
St. Peter’s Square is located in in the Vatican City, the world’s smallest country. Located in the Italian city...
Expansive view of The Colosseum in the center of Rome (circa 1961). The Colosseum was the biggest amphitheater in...
The Altare della Patria (circa 1961). The building was completed in 1925. In view is a carpark showing typical...
