One of the most fascinating monuments in Rome is the obelisk of Piazza del Popolo, known as the Flaminio Obelisk. This ancient Egyptian obelisk, originally erected in Heliopolis around 1300 BC by Pharaoh Ramses II, was brought to Rome in 10 BC by Emperor Augustus to celebrate the conquest of Egypt. It was placed in … Continue reading The Obelisk of Piazza del Popolo: A Journey Through History
