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Piazza
di Spagna, a long thin straggle of a square almost entirely
enclosed by buildings and centering on the distinctive
boat-shaped Barcaccia fountain, the last work of Bernini’s
father. The Spanish Steps sweep down in a cascade of balustrades
and balconies. At the top adding to the international flavor of
the square is the Trinità dei Monti, a largely 16th Century
church designed by Carlo Maderno. Its rose-colored Baroque
facade overlooks the rest of Rome from its hilltop site.
Surrounding the Piazza di Spagna and
containing the Piazza del Popolo, this district is close to
Piazza Navona, Campo de Fiori, and Fontana di Trevi.
The Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and
Campo dei Fiori are all within a few minutes' walk. |
