Architecture

Two mounds were built on the occasion of the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 2012.

From the Piazza di Spagna branches the famous Via Margutta, one of the most magical corners of the Eternal City, made famous by William Wyler's "Roman Holiday" starring Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck.

The pyramid is built with about 2.3 million limestone blocks, most of which weigh 2.5 tons.

The architectural concept of Henry III was characterized by a religious overtone of rich decorations, which were one of the most outstanding elements of English medieval art.

It is rumored the emperor ordered the hands of artisans participating in the construction to be cut off.

Annually, it is visited by approximately 1,3 million tourists.

To the south of the Forbidden City were two important temples.

It was commissioned in 1632 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.

Electric lighting at the Palais Garnier was installed in 1881.

In 2007, Petra was declared one of the Seven New Wonders of the World.