Pantheon

Pantheon, Rome

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One of the best-preserved ancient buildings from Roman times is the Pantheon. This former Roman church is hidden between the buildings of a residential area and is special because of funerary monuments (including painter Raphael and several Italian kings), a striking large and open dome (oculus). The oculus, is located in the centre of the Pantheon, it is an opening that makes the structure resistant to earthquakes. Standing exactly under this opening, it is also a place that connects heaven and earth for the faithful.

Do not hesitate to take a look inside, the visit is free and inside you can admire the huge dome (mentioned above) and the oculus that gives the courtyard a unique illumination. In the Pantheon, you can also see the tombs of Raphael (the famous artist) and of Victor Emanuel II (1st king of Italy). During your city break in Rome, this should definitely not be missing from your to do list!