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A Magical Palace to Visit Before Leaving Rome – 99% Haven’t Been Here

Yesterday, I posted a note about this place titled "Do You Know What Makes This Sculpture So Amazing?" It got a lot of interest, but few could answer correctly. This is one of the finest examples of Baroque illusionism by the renowned architect Borromini. He placed a warrior statue in the secret garden – while it looks huge (as tall as a person) in the background, its actual size is tiny, only 60 cm!!! 🤯 The corridor with false perspective creates the illusion of being 35 meters long, but its real length is just 8.82 meters. This illusion is achieved because the surfaces converge at a single vanishing point. So, as the ceiling slopes downward from top to bottom, the mosaic floor slopes upward. 🪜 In ancient times, the back wall was painted with fake plant patterns to enhance the sense of perspective. Now, a Roman-era warrior statue stands there instead. This corridor was built by Borromini with the help of mathematicians, taking only one year to complete. ⏳ It also reflects the interest of Bernadino Spada (the palace’s owner) in perspective and perspective tricks. 🔸 This wonderful architectural installation also carries a symbolic meaning: The great things in the world are, in fact, just illusions. Pictures don’t do it justice – the experience in person is incredibly mind-blowing!!! 😲 🔹 Tips: Of course, if you stand a little to the side, you might notice all these "slopes." However, if you look at it head-on, your eyes will be completely deceived! Apart from the ceiling painting in Sant’Ignazio Church, this is a masterpiece of Baroque illusion in architecture. The magical effect is absolutely stunning! ✨ Beyond the Corridor 1. After entering the palace, you can admire the rich art collection of the Spada family – an excellent example of antique collections popular between the 17th and 18th centuries. Most of the exhibited works are paintings by outstanding masters (Titian, Bruegel, etc.), along with small Roman-era sculptures, and two precious 17th-century globes (one terrestrial globe and one celestial globe). 🎨🗿 ​ 2. The palace’s exterior wall also has a fascinating story: it features sculptures of 8 prominent figures from Roman history. The text at the very top is in Latin, interpreting the emperor’s life. Today, this palace also serves as the seat of the Italian Council of Ministers. 🏛️ Palace Name 📍 Galleria Spada Location Piazza Capo di Ferro, 13, 00186 Roma RM Ticket Price 🎫 €6 (Free on the first Sunday of every month) No reservation required. Opening Hours 08:30 – 19:30 (Closed every Tuesday) #UrbanRomanticLandmarkCheckIn #OffTheBeatenPath #RomeHiddenGems #ItalyHiddenGems

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A Magical Palace to Visit Before Leaving Rome – 99% Haven’t Been Here

Yesterday, I posted a note about this place titled "Do You Know What Makes This Sculpture So Amazing?" It got a lot of interest, but few could answer correctly. This is one of the finest examples of Baroque illusionism by the renowned architect Borromini. He placed a warrior statue in the secret garden – while it looks huge (as tall as a person) in the background, its actual size is tiny, only 60 cm!!! 🤯 The corridor with false perspective creates the illusion of being 35 meters long, but its real length is just 8.82 meters. This illusion is achieved because the surfaces converge at a single vanishing point. So, as the ceiling slopes downward from top to bottom, the mosaic floor slopes upward. 🪜 In ancient times, the back wall was painted with fake plant patterns to enhance the sense of perspective. Now, a Roman-era warrior statue stands there instead. This corridor was built by Borromini with the help of mathematicians, taking only one year to complete. ⏳ It also reflects the interest of Bernadino Spada (the palace’s owner) in perspective and perspective tricks. 🔸 This wonderful architectural installation also carries a symbolic meaning: The great things in the world are, in fact, just illusions. Pictures don’t do it justice – the experience in person is incredibly mind-blowing!!! 😲 🔹 Tips: Of course, if you stand a little to the side, you might notice all these "slopes." However, if you look at it head-on, your eyes will be completely deceived! Apart from the ceiling painting in Sant’Ignazio Church, this is a masterpiece of Baroque illusion in architecture. The magical effect is absolutely stunning! ✨ Beyond the Corridor 1. After entering the palace, you can admire the rich art collection of the Spada family – an excellent example of antique collections popular between the 17th and 18th centuries. Most of the exhibited works are paintings by outstanding masters (Titian, Bruegel, etc.), along with small Roman-era sculptures, and two precious 17th-century globes (one terrestrial globe and one celestial globe). 🎨🗿 ​ 2. The palace’s exterior wall also has a fascinating story: it features sculptures of 8 prominent figures from Roman history. The text at the very top is in Latin, interpreting the emperor’s life. Today, this palace also serves as the seat of the Italian Council of Ministers. 🏛️ Palace Name 📍 Galleria Spada Location Piazza Capo di Ferro, 13, 00186 Roma RM Ticket Price 🎫 €6 (Free on the first Sunday of every month) No reservation required. Opening Hours 08:30 – 19:30 (Closed every Tuesday) #UrbanRomanticLandmarkCheckIn #OffTheBeatenPath #RomeHiddenGems #ItalyHiddenGems

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