The Campidoglio is the smallest of the seven hills of Rome and is located on the Capitolino hill. It played a crucial role in the origins of Rome, serving as the initial nucleus for the city.
The transformation of the Capitol in the sixteenth century designed by Michelangelo is an example of the influence of the Renaissance on architecture and
the urban planning of Rome. His ideas shaped the square and the surrounding buildings.
It is accessed by the majestic staircase on top of which we find the two sculptures of the Dioscuri (Castor and Pollux). Just up the staircase, we find the beautiful Piazza Michelangelo, the statue of Marc’Aurelio, and the palaces Senatorio, Nuovo, and Conservatori whose staircase was designed by Michelangelo himself. These three palaces house the Capitoline Museums with rich finds of ancient Rome.
Piazza del Campidoglo, designed by Michelangelo, is considered one of the most beautiful squares in Europe and its trapezoidal shape highlights the attention to detail and aesthetics. The access cordon is a distinctive element of Michelangelo’s architecture.
Today it is the seat of the City of Rome.
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