The Capitoline Museums in Rome not only stand as the world's oldest public museum but also as a testament to the enduring legacy of Roman culture and its influence on the world. Located atop the Capitoline Hill, the museum complex is a treasure trove of ancient Roman statues, Renaissance art, and masterpieces by iconic artists such as Caravaggio.
Among its many notable artifacts are the original statue of the Capitoline Wolf, symbolizing Rome's mythic origins, and the equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius, one of the few fully preserved bronze statues from Roman antiquity. The museums are housed in two main buildings facing each other on the Piazza del Campidoglio, Michelangelo's splendidly designed square that adds to the charm and historical significance of the location. The interconnected palaces, Palazzo dei Conservatori and Palazzo Nuovo, offer a journey through time, showcasing the evolution of artistic expression and the pivotal moments that shaped Western civilization. This unique blend of art, history, and architecture, coupled with the opportunity to dine with a view of Rome, makes the Capitoline Museums a must-visit destination, offering insights and inspiration to all who walk through its halls.
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The crown jewel of this museum is a stunning terrace view over the Roman forum from a different persepctive from the usual view points from the Palatine hill, a breathtaking experience!
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Appartamento dei Conservatori
The rich decoration of these reception rooms (frescoes, stuccoes, carved ceilings and doors, tapestries) has as its main theme the history of Ancient Rome, from its foundation to the Republican Age. The earliest cycle of frescoes goes back to the beginning of the XVI century. the oldest part of the Palace
The Palazzo dei Conservatori, which for centuries served as the seat of the city's namesake magistracy, has housed the sculptures of the Capitoline collection since the 15th century.
Pinacoteca Capitolina
The Capitoline Picture Gallery is the oldest public collection of paintings. It was built on the Capitoline hill between 1748 and 1750, with the purchase of paintings of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries - including masterpieces by Titian, Caravaggio and Rubens.
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