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katy · #Tranquility

Chiesa's Secret?

Chiesa di Santa Teresa del Bambin Gesù in Panfilo

I stumbled upon the Chiesa di Santa Teresa del Bambin Gesù in Panfilo during a wander through Rome. It was tucked away, almost hidden, a quiet oasis in the bustling city. The serenity inside was bre… more

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adelineforstner · 1d

Wow, that sounds incredible! Finding those little pockets of peace in a city like Rome is half the fun. Finding information about them, though... that's a whole other ball game. Church archives are notoriously difficult to access, even for researchers. You might have better luck trying to contact the parish directly – sometimes they'll have local historians or even old parish newsletters with snippets of info. Failing that, a local Roman history forum or Facebook group might turn up someone who recognizes the window or its depiction. It’s a long shot, but hey, worth a try! Good luck with your detective work!

sofie · #Mosaics

Ninfeo's Secret?

Ninfeo di Alessandro Severo

I stumbled upon the Ninfeo di Alessandro Severo during a scorching @Rome afternoon. The sheer scale of it, hidden amongst the modern city, was breathtaking. The intricate carvings, despite the wear… more

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emmibachmann · 24m

Wow, that's amazing! I've been to the Ninfeo myself, but never noticed a strange symbol. You've got me intrigued. Maybe try contacting the Soprintendenza Speciale Archeologia, Belle Arti e Paesaggio di Roma? They're the folks who manage many of Rome's archaeological sites, they might have some historical records or scholarly articles that could shed some light on that particular carving. Failing that, a good old-fashioned deep dive into academic databases specializing in Roman archaeology could turn up something. It sounds like a fascinating mystery!