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Pantheon
The best-preserved temple
The domed oculus, a marvel of Roman engineering.
The Pantheon is the best-preserved building of ancient Rome, a temple dedicated to all the gods and rebuilt by Hadrian in the 2nd century AD over Agrippa's earlier structure. It holds the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome, with a central oculus that lights the interior, and today it is a church housing the tombs of Raphael and the kings of Italy. It stands on Piazza della Rotonda, in the pedestrian heart of the city, easy to include in a walking tour of the center.
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What to see
- Dome with a central oculus, a marvel of Roman engineering.
- Tombs of Raphael and the kings of Italy inside.
- Piazza della Rotonda, one of the liveliest in the historic center.
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Practical tips
- Since 2023 entry is ticketed, so booking helps you avoid queues.
- Combine the visit with Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain, all a short walk away.
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