Castel Sant'Angelo
Latest update: 11 March 2022
The Castel Sant'Angelo is an ancient fortress that overlooks the River Tiber in the centre of Rome. Originally constructed in 139 AD, it's one of the most iconic sights in the city and indeed, provides one of the best views of it from its panoramic terrace.
Castel Sant'Angelo is situated a short distance from Saint Peter's Basilica, Piazza San Pietro and the Vatican Museums. |
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City: Rome
Province: Metropolitan City of Rome Region: Lazio Built: 139 AD Nearest Metro stop: Ottaviano - Line A - 1.3 km - 16 minute walk Close by: Ponte Sant'Angelo, Piazza San Pietro, Vatican Museums Recommended accommodation: Hotel Artemide |
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Historic Centre of Rome, the Properties of the Holy See in the City Enjoying Extraterritorial Rights and San Paolo Fuori le Mura Year: 1980 |
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Annual visitor numbers: 1,207,091 Ranked number 5 in Italy in 2019 Source: Italian Ministry of Culture and Tourism |
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