Castel Sant' Angelo was built as a tomb for Hadrian (Roman emperor from 117-138). It was later used as a Papal citadel, a medieval prison, and an army base.
This bridge is crowded with vendors, tourists, and segways.
These walls would have been covered in marble, but the marble was stolen in medieval times. The castle must have been quite the sight when it was covered head to toe in marble.
The view of the bridge is quite pretty. It's fun to watch people on the bridge buy from vendors and take pictures.
These are the Papal treasure boxes. The pope at the time had six locks placed on the large one. Each lock was made by a different locksmith. So cool!
This statue at the top of the building is Archangel Michael. Gregory the Great was said to have received a vision of this angel while he marched through Rome (AD 590).
Bird!
I think this ancient Roman statue kind of looks like Voldemort. Do you see it?
CANNONBALL!
Castel Sant' Angelo was awesome! Even though the plan of the museum is a bit confusing, it's definitely worth the trip. So many things to see!
These pictures are stunning, Luisa!!! We miss you a lot! Love, Anna :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Anna! Miss you too! Hope you can come visit!
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