Rome's belt
Rome, Rome 00179
+39 6 7047 5284
Review © 2009, Wcities
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18 Via di Porta San Sebastiano Rome, Rome 00179 +39 6 7047 5284 |
This is one of the best-preserved gates in the city walls. Originally known as the Porta Appia, it was later named after the nearby catacomb. It was built towards the end of the 3rd century, rebuilt in the 5th century and restored in the 6th. The central part has a number of Byzantine arches with two circular towers at the sides, topped with battlements, a square base and marble cladding. Inside the gate there is the Museo delle Mura, containing prints and models about the history of the city walls. Walk along the top of the walls to Porta Ardeatina, passing along the communications trenches, and go up to a terrace where you can see a late Byzantine Madonna, a tomb incorporated in the wall, and the original staircases. And of course there is a splendid panorama from this site. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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