
There are two spectacular parks in Rome which offer panoramic views. The
Pincio (near Piazza del Popolo) and
Piazzale Garibaldi, on the Gianicolo (Janiculum Hill). From Piazzale Garibaldi not only can you see all of the historic center of Rome to the east-the Pantheon, the Colosseum, the Forum, etc-but to the west you have an incomparable view of the dome of
St. Peter's. The piazza, which contains a playground for children and hosts live puppet shows ala Punch and Judy, is dedicated to
Giuseppe Garibaldi, the Italian military and political leader who helped unify and liberate Italy in the 19th century. From the piazza it is an easy walk to the
Fontanone (the fountain dedicated by Pope Paul V), the American Academy in Rome, and down into
Trastevere for food and drink!
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