| Aside from its important role in Ancient Roman history, | | | | that the rain pours straight through the oculus as it is |
| this extraordinary structure built in 27 BC by the | | | | never covered. On a sunny day, it provides a |
| Roman Republic is still completely intact after more | | | | remarkable source of light and a sun dial, making it |
| than two thousand years. It was built under Marcus | | | | definitely worth a photo. |
| Agrippa as a temple to all the gods and later became | | | | Once inside, you will begin to really appreciate the detail |
| the home to the infamous tombs of Vittorio Emanuele | | | | and impressive architecture of this ancient site. There |
| II, the former king of Italy and Raphael the artist among | | | | are benches all around the interior made for those that |
| others. | | | | wish to sit and admire a bit longer. Nowadays, the |
| In 611 A.D., one of the last Emperors of the dying | | | | Pantheon is sometimes used to host cultural events as |
| Roman empire gave the Pantheon to the popes as a | | | | well as occasional masses. |
| gift. Many historians believe that while the rest of the | | | | The outer area of the Pantheon is also something to |
| Roman ruins fell into near total decay, the Pantheon still | | | | discover. On the main piazza you will find an extensive |
| sits very much intact, missing only some of the bronze | | | | choice of cafes and restaurants to choose from. |
| and marble overlay that covered the travertine and | | | | Whether you're in the mood to have a lovely glass of |
| stone that is visible today. | | | | wine or indulge in a fine and tasty meal it is surely |
| The Pantheon is particularly cherished for its | | | | worth staying here to enjoy the view. As for Ice |
| fascinating dome, which at the top has an open hole, | | | | cream lovers, just a short stroll away you will one of |
| called the oculus. This was the first free standing | | | | Rome's most favorite and classical ice cream shop- |
| dome every to be built, and it wasn't until 1500 years | | | | Giolitti. For those wanting a more daring and |
| later that architects were able to replicate a similar | | | | extravagant choice for flavors, Gelateria della Palma |
| structure. | | | | would be just for you. |
| If you were to visit on a rainy day, you would notice | | | | |