The Borghese Gallery
Located in Villa Borghese, the Galleria Borghese is an art gallery that was initially part of a private art collection belonging to a wealthy cardinal. It is now one of Rome’s most-visited attractions and boasts an impressive collections of sculptures, antiques, and paintings from artists like Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian. The gallery was sold to the Roman government in 1902, and was then open to the public. The villa’s gardens add to the experience and elevate it to something memorable.
Church of St. Ignatius
The Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola in Rome is a marvel of Baroque art and architecture. The stunning ceiling fresco by Andrea Pozzo gives visitors the impression of standing beneath a dreamy, illusory dome. The artwork creates an optical illusion that makes it look as if the ceiling is much higher than it actually is, a feat of artistic skill that is sure to take your breathe away. Its side chapels are droned with impressive works of art by Baroque masters like Baciccio, Giacomo Zoboli, and Loren Ottoni. It is an essential stop for art lovers visiting Rome.
Vatican Museum
The Vatican Museum in Rome is a place that transports visitors to another world, where dreamy beauty and ethereal wonder abound. Each turn of a corner reveals a new masterpiece, such as the captivating beauty of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling or the mesmerizing details of Raphael’s frescoes in the Stanze di Rafael. The museum’s collection of art and artifacts is awe-inspiring, from priceless Egyptians relics to Renaissance sculptures and everything in between. A visit to the Vatican Museum is an unforgettable experience, and a must do while visiting Rome.
Resources
History of the Borghese Gallery… Rome Tickets
The Church of St. Ignatius of Loyola Roma… Turismoroma
Vatican Museums… Rome Museum
