Castel Sant'Angelo

A Fortress by the Tiber

Castel Sant'Angelo, originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian, later became a papal fortress and prison. Its imposing structure overlooks the Tiber River, offering panoramic views of Rome.

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