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Viterbo lived its period of major splendor and power in the 13th century when it was chosen as the seat of the papacy instead of Rome, where powerful warring families made life too dangerous. Eight different popes lived in Viterbo making it is similar to Vatican City and Avignon in France. The longest papal conclave in history happened here from 1 December 1268 to 1 September 1271. Following Pope Clement IV's death, infighting between cardinals and political pressure led to a 34-month deadlock. The cardinals were locked up cum clave (hence the word conclave) inside the palace’s large Conclave Hall. In desperation the town’s population, who were feeding them and their entourages, eventually reduced the cardinals’ food and wine supplies, trying to speed up the election. Time wore on and they finally decided to remove the roof of the palace: in order to help the Holy Spirit come down and illuminate them, it was quipped. That worked.

The funerary monument of Pope Adrian V, in the Basilica of San Francesco in Viterbo, houses the remains of the pontiff, who died in 1276 after a very short pontificate. The work, traditionally attributed to Arnolfo di Cambio, reflects the Gothic style and Cosmatesque tradition of the era, with an elegant structure and finely decorated columns. The statue of the pope lies in pontifical robes on a richly carved base, lending the tomb a solemn and meditative tone. The monument testifies to the importance of Viterbo as a papal seat and artistic center in the 13th century.

beautiful view of the Roman Forum shortly after the Colosseum

The Pincio Balconata is a panoramic terrace in Rome, situated above Piazza del Popolo, on the edge of Villa Borghese. It offers stunning views of the city, including the dome of St. Peter's Basilica. Designed in the early 19th century by Giuseppe Valadier, the terrace is surrounded by sculptures, trees, and a famous water clock. It is a popular spot at sunset and is freely accessible to visitors.

An incredible place for glimpses and lights

The Temple of Antoninus Pius and Faustina is an ancient building in Rome. It stands on the northern edge of the Roman Forum, immediately east of the Basilica Aemilia, and is one of the best-preserved ancient temples in Rome thanks to its conversion into the Church of San Lorenzo in Miranda. Source: Wikipedia

Well-preserved temple complex of Emperor Antoninus Pius from 141 AD.

Temple of the Dioscuri Castor and Pollux, one of the oldest temples in the Roman Forum. Despite the few remaining ruins, one can still imagine its grandeur.