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Curiosa Thursday: Bramante's Tempietto
The Tempietto is a beautiful example of Renaissance architecture in Rome. Bramante created this structure in 1502, drawing on classical Roman examples with perfect proportions. It sits in the courtyard of San Pietro in Montorio, commemorating what was once thought to be St. Peter’s martyrdom site. This was based on a misinterpretation of the term “meta,” which we now know referred to the circus in the Vatican area. The Tempietto is a perfect stop during a lovely walk in Trast

Rick Bessey
Jul 301 min read
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