The Pantheon, standing majestically in Piazza della Rotonda, is Rome’s best-preserved ancient monument. Originally built in 126 AD as a temple to all the gods and later consecrated as a church, its soaring brick-faced concrete dome—with its iconic central oculus—remains an engineering marvel. Surrounded by lively cafes and framed by granite Corinthian columns, the Pantheon seamlessly blends millennia of history with the rhythms of modern Roman life.
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"In the shadow of the Pantheon, the air is thick with history and the aroma of fresh espresso. Here, ancient stones speak volumes, while the laughter from nearby cafés reminds you that Rome is a living, breathing tapestry of past and present."
Giulia Ricci, Cultural Historian & Local Guide
Travel Expert
Character & Atmosphere
The Pantheon, standing majestically in Piazza della Rotonda, is Rome’s best-preserved ancient monument. Originally built in 126 AD as a temple to all the gods and later consecrated as a church, its soaring brick-faced concrete dome—with its iconic central oculus—remains an engineering marvel. Surrounded by lively cafes and framed by granite Corinthian columns, the Pantheon seamlessly blends millennia of history with the rhythms of modern Roman life.
