Most visited buildings in Rome

1. Most visited Buildings in Rome Roman architecture and engineering is among the most lauded in the world and has had a major impact on art, building practices and urban planning across the centuries. With so many architectural marvels to take in while you’re in the Eternal City it’s hard to know where to begin.Roman architecture took over right where the builders from ancient Greece left off after the decline of Greek civilization. But unlike their predecessors, the Romans placed far more emphasis on the practicality of their architectural designs. This was a major departure from contemporary practices which had always placed the focus on a structure’s exterior design and aesthetic appeal. The Greeks, Persians, and Egyptians before them created many monumental pieces of architecture, but their magnificence was limited to the exterior only. With the discovery of concrete, arches, and other engineering marvels during the ancient Roman era, Roman builders could now build majestic structures with interiors that were previously deemed impractical or impossible. Here is the complete guide of the beautiful buildings of Rome.

2. List of Beautiful buildings in Rome: 1. Marcello Theater The Theatre of Marcellus was an ancient open-air theater that served as inspiration for the Colosseum. However, Teatro Marcello is a semi- circular theatre while the Colosseum is a circular amphitheatre. It was originally commissioned by Julius Caesar, who was murdered before its construction began, and finished by Emperor Augustus in 11BC. Situated near the Tiber River, it could hold up to 20,000 spectators and was a revolutionary structure at its time.

3. 2. Il Vittoriano Another building that Romans love to hate is Il Vittoriano in Piazza Venezia. Dubbed “The Wedding Cake” for its gleaning white marble and tiered levels, this large altar was built between 1885 – 1925 to honor Victor Emmanuel, the first king of a unified Italy. Replete with stairs, columns, fountains and sculptures, it was controversial because it destroyed the area of the Capitoline Hill and dominates the skyline. Nevertheless, it lies at the heart of Rome and is a focal point of the city. 3. Pantheon

4. The Pantheon is arguably the most well-preserved architectural marvel from the ancient Roman era. Unlike many other contemporary Roman temples that were almost always dedicated to particular Roman deities, the Pantheon was a temple for all the Roman gods. The construction of this temple was completed in 125 AD during the rule of Hadrian. 4. Maison Carrée

5. Maison Carrée is the only temple constructed in the time of ancient Rome that is completely preserved to this day. This marvel of Roman engineering was built around 16 BC in the city of Nimes. Maison Carrée is an architectural gem that stands 49 feet (15 meters) tall and runs along a length of 85 feet (26 meters). It was built by Roman General Marcus Vipanius Agrippa in memory of his two sons who died young.