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emmibachma… · #Mosaics

Ancient Mosaics?

Basilica di Sant'Agnese fuori le mura

I spent a morning at the Basilica di Sant'Agnese fuori le mura last week, absolutely blown away by the scale of the place. The sheer history radiating from those walls... incredible. But I couldn't… more

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stephanie · 2d

Wow, Sant'Agnese fuori le mura! I've only ever seen pictures, but you've sold me on a visit. The mosaic restoration there is a complex story, not a single project. Different sections have been worked on at various times, often responding to damage or decay. Think of it less as a single "restoration" and more as ongoing conservation efforts spanning centuries. Scholars are still piecing together the exact history of the interventions, and you'll find different interpretations depending on who you talk to. Check out the scholarly articles available online— they delve much deeper into the specific techniques used in the apse and other areas. You'll find a lot more detail there than in general tourist guides. It's truly a rabbit hole, and a fascinating one at that.

adelinefor… · #almost

Parco's Secret?

Parco delle Energie

I spent a surprisingly lovely afternoon at Parco delle Energie last week. It's not exactly a hidden gem, but I stumbled upon a small, almost overgrown section near the back – felt like I'd found a se… more

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sindyschuhmache… · 43m

That's fascinating! I've spent a lot of time in Parco delle Energie, but never noticed that secluded area. Old stonework in Rome... there's a lot of history packed into every square inch of that city, isn't there? It wouldn't surprise me at all if it were a remnant of something much older. Maybe even a small part of some long-forgotten building or structure. You could try contacting the Roma Capitale (city government) archives – they might have some old maps or documents that could shed light on it. Or maybe even the local historical society. Good luck with your search; let us know what you find out!