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Montecitorio Obelisk

Montecitorio Obelisk

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Montecitorio Obelisk

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Location: Rome, Lazio, Italy

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JavierCR 🇪🇸

November 27, 2021

Located in front of the Palazzo, seat of the Chamber of Deputies, it was entrusted to Bernini in 1653 and subsequently reformed by Carlo Fontana and Ernesto Basile.
Thanks to the Montecitorio initiative opens its doors, it is possible to easily visit the building. The tour begins at the entrance portal located in Plaza de Montecitorio and, accompanied by the palace guides, visits the most famous and evocative places of the parliamentary seat: the Hall where 630 deputies meet in plenary, the large corridor that precedes the Aula called "Transatlantica" or "Corridor of Lost Passes", the majestic stairways by Bernini that lead to the upper floors, and the large reception rooms on the second floor: the Sala della Lupa, the Sala Aldo Moro and the Sala della Regina.

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Willem VS

February 15, 2024

Obelisco di Montecitorio is an ancient Egyptian obelisk located in Piazza di Montecitorio in Rome. It is the second oldest and second tallest obelisk in Rome, after the Obelisco Lateranense.

The obelisk was originally built in the 13th century BC by Pharaoh Psammetichus II, and later moved to Heliopolis by Pharaoh Ramesses II. The obelisk was brought to Rome in 10 BC by Emperor Augustus, who used it as a sundial for his sun temple on the Field of Mars.

The obelisk was forgotten and buried under the rubble in the Middle Ages. It was rediscovered in 1748 and erected in its current location in 1792 by Pope Pius VI, in front of the Palazzo Montecitorio, seat of the Italian Chamber of Deputies.

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Beyond the Horizon

January 30, 2024

Originally from Egypt and with a rich history, the obelisk was erected in the 17th century by none other than Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Later, the monument was reformed by Carlo Fontana and Ernesto Basile. The obelisk is known for its majestic appearance and represents a fascinating example of the marriage of Egyptian and Roman culture and architecture.

In addition to the obelisk itself, the Palazzo Montecitorio, which lies directly behind it, is an architectural masterpiece. The building can be visited on guided tours that offer a glimpse of the impressive reception rooms, the assembly hall where the deputies meet, and the majestic Bernini staircases. These tours allow visitors to explore both the artistic and political significance of the site.

The Obelisk of Montecitorio is a symbol of the continuity of history and the cultural heritage that has shaped Rome for millennia. It stands as a testament to the city's ability to integrate historical relics into its modern cityscape and breathe new life into them.

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