The necropolises of Cerveteri, located 45 km northwest of Rome, notably the Banditaccia site, are among the most remarkable Etruscan funerary sites. They feature a vast and unique ensemble of tombs mainly dating from the 9th to the 3rd century BC.The burials, either carved into tuff or built as tumuli, reveal elaborate architecture and elements […]
Neighborhood: Province of Rome
Ancient Ostia is a fascinating archaeological site about 20 km from Rome, and its visit is well worth it.The tranquility of the place and its reasonable number of visitors make it a welcome break from the noisy city of Rome. Near the ancient mouth of the Tiber, Ostia Antica is one of the largest and […]
The archaeological site of Hadrian’s Villa (Villa Adriana in Italian) is one of the largest and most impressive architectural complexes of ancient Rome.Located about 25 km from Rome, this villa was built by Emperor Hadrian starting in the year 126 AD, to serve as his residence.It was abandoned with the fall of the Western Roman […]
The Villa Gregoriana is a park located in Tivoli, at the foot of the historic town and the ancient acropolis, still dominated by the remains of two temples. This site is composed of woodland, with paths leading to the caves of Neptune and the Sirens, to gorges and waterfalls, including the majestic Great Waterfall fed […]
Tivoli, less than 30 km from Rome, is a small town renowned for its heritage with its UNESCO World Heritage sites: the Villa d’Este with its splendid Renaissance gardens, and the Hadrian’s Villa, the sumptuous ancient imperial residence. The historic center is another attraction of Tivoli, as well as the park and waterfalls of the […]
The Villa d’Este in Tivoli, located about 30 kilometers from Rome, is a jewel of the Italian Renaissance listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Commissioned by Cardinal Ippolito II d’Este in the 16th century, it stands out for its magnificent terraced gardens, spectacular fountains, and ingenious hydraulic system. Inspired by Hadrian’s Villa, it has […]