@ritutravels: ✨ Exploring one of Rome’s grandest landmarks 🇮🇹 Rising above Piazza Venezia, the Altare della Patria is one of those Rome landmarks that instantly commands your attention. With its sweeping staircases, towering columns, dramatic sculptures and brilliant white stone, the monument feels monumental from every angle 🤍 We loved walking through the grand terraces, admiring the equestrian statue of Victor Emmanuel II and taking in the incredible views over the historic center. Officially known as the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II or the Vittoriano, it was created to honor the first king of a unified Italy and the country’s unification movement, known as the Risorgimento. Here’s what to know if you’re planning a visit: 📍 Altare della Patria, Piazza Venezia, Rome 🇮🇹 Conceived in 1878 to honor Victor Emmanuel II and the unification of Italy 🕊️ The Altare della Patria contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, placed here in 1921 and guarded by an eternal flame 🐎 Don’t miss the enormous bronze equestrian statue of Victor Emmanuel II at the center 💂 The changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier takes place every hour 🎟️ General access to the Vittoriano is free 🌇 The paid VIVE ticket includes the panoramic elevator and terrace, museums, exhibitions, Palazzo Venezia and other areas of the complex 💶 Full VIVE admission is currently €18, with reduced and free categories available ⏰ Open daily from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM, with last entry at 6:45 PM 📸 The Panoramic Terrace offers a breathtaking 360° view over Rome, including the Roman Forum, historic rooftops, domes and surrounding landmarks ⚠️ As an important national memorial, visitors should remain respectful near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and avoid sitting on the monument’s ceremonial steps ✅ Save this for your Rome itinerary! Altare della Patria Rome | Vittoriano Rome | Monument to Victor Emmanuel II | Piazza Venezia Rome | Things to do in Rome | Rome travel | Italy travel | Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Rome #altaredellapatria #romaitalia🇮🇹 #romeitaly #italytravel #europetravel

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