Amongst the many beautiful estates built for the Roman nobility, Villa Torlonia is the most recent one and one of the most memorable. In its layout we can find a rich variety of buildings, each and everyone with their own character, crowned by the originality of its English styled gardens very rarely seen in Rome. As Giovanni Torlonia obtained his Marquis title in 1797, he started developing the estate with the intent of matching the mansions of the Roman Princes and royals in beauty and magnificence, beginning a process that will last for many generations after his own. One by one the buildings were enriched and restyled, the park furnished with priceless pieces of classical art until the developing stopped with the fall of the Fascism in Italy. The last inhabitant of the Villa, was in fact, Mussolini himself, who was allowed to live there between 1925 and 1943 until the English and American troops occupied it until 1947. It finally got back into Italian hands in 1977 and opened to the public soon after and, after changing owners for so many years, in the 90's it was restored to its original beauty. Within the walls of Villa Torlonia you can visit the Park and its main buildings: Casina delle Civette, also known as “Swiss Cabin” it underwent many changes and transformations and it was the very home of Giovanni Torlonia until his death. It is positioned out of the plain sight as to grant some privacy to the occupiers. Its style resembles the northern wooden mansions, giving it a rustic feel; Casino Nobile is the most imposing of the buildings decorated with Doric columns giving it a classical feel, it was styled to impress with vast terraces,a ballroom illuminated by a single huge window and a complex game
Amongst the many beautiful estates built for the Roman nobility, Villa Torlonia is the most recent one and one of the most memorable. In its layout we can find a rich variety of buildings, each and everyone with their own character, crowned by the originality of its English styled gardens very rarely seen in Rome.
The 2nd of June is closing in and year after year Rome is starting to dress up for a very important occasion: Republic Day As we know the Eternal City hosts all kinds of events fanning from fashion shows to political meeting of international importance, religious celebrations, art exhibits and a lot more; yet there is one celebration very dear to the history of Italy itself: the Festa Della Repubblica or The Republic Day in english. Back in 1946, following the Second World War and the fall of the Fascism, the country had to slowly get back to its feet and take the reigns of its own future, that's why a referendum was put into place to give the chance to the citizens to choose what form of government they wanted. With more than 2 million votes of advantage, the Republic won over the Monarchy sealing the fate of the royal family, destined to exile. To remember the events that forged the modern Italy, each 2nd of June (priorly known as Italian National Day) a grand parade is put in place in Rome city centre and every figure of social and political relevance will be attending, starting from the President of the Republic himself. With him the Prime Minister and every head of each of the many ministries and even ambassadors and foreign personalities are invited. The ceremony will be a spectacular display of every branch of the Italian military and police forces marching with patriotic pride under the notes of famous Italian songs to remember all those who lost their lives to defend their country and unite it under one beloved “tricolore” flag. The date is National holiday and the celebration, that will carry on throughout the whole day, is broadcast on television for everyone in every corner
The 2nd of June is closing in and year after year Rome is starting to dress up for a very important occasion: Republic Day As we know the Eternal City hosts all kinds of events fanning from fashion shows to political meeting of international importance, religious celebrations, art exhibits and a lot more; yet
