Anyone who has read or seen Dan Brown's Angels and Demons remembers the scenes in Rome at the Pantheon.
Built more than 1800 years ago, the magnificent Pantheon building still stands as a reminder of the great Roman empire.
With its thick brick walls and large marble columns, the Pantheon makes an immediate impression on visitors. It was the largest dome in the world until 1436 when the Florence Cathedral was constructed.
At the top of the dome is a large opening, the oculus, which was the only source of light.
The front portico has three rows of 8 columns, each one with a diameter of 1.5m. A huge bronze door gives access to the cylindrical building. Its diameter equals the interior height of 43.3 meters.
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The Pantheon is indeed magnificent.
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I don't remember seeing a picture of the pantheon before (but I would think at some point in my education I must have). Thanks for including the background info, and the photo of the light source hole. Looks like a neat place to visit!
ReplyDeleteGreat shots. Really liked the round portico shot...thought it was a moon shot at first♫♪
ReplyDeleteThanks for a trip down memory lane. I loved our visit to Rome! And I love your photos of the Pantheon.
ReplyDeleteThe building is impressive in size. I wonder why the three rows of three columns. Significance?
ReplyDeleteI'm not much of a traveler so I'm really impressed by peoples' photos of their trips. These are really beautiful! The Pantheon looks amazing!
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ReplyDeleteAlthough the city centre is about 24 kilometres (15 mi) inland from the Tyrrhenian Sea, the city territory extends to the shore, where the south-western district of Ostia is located. The altitude of the central part of Rome ranges from 13 metres (43 ft) above sea level (at the base of the Pantheon) to 139 metres (456 ft) above sea level (the peak of Monte Mario). The Comune of Rome covers an overall area of about 1,285 square kilometres (496 sq mi), including many green areas.
We invite you to join us for a visit through Rome ending at the Papal Audience. The Papal Audience will take place either in St. Peter's Square, St. Peter's Basilica or the Audience Hall; according to seasonal conditions and the number of pilgrims involved. Our local guide will advise you when and where to meet the bus at the end of the audience.