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Rome, area Testaccio
Between the 2nd century BC and the 3rd century AD, wine, oil and grain were delivered to Rome from the colonies at the sea port of Ostia and then taken up the River Tiber to be unloaded. The river port at which they were processed was located in the area which is now known as Testaccio as a result of the fact that, once emptied, the huge terracotta amphorae used to transport the goods were smashed up and tidily piled up in a heap, eventually creating a large hill known as Monte Testaccio (from the Latin term for ‘pottery’, testae).
Located between Via Marmorata and the River Tiber, Testaccio was originally a working class residential area but is now famous for its trattorias and restaurants specializing in authentic Roman cuisine. The area around Monte Testaccio is also famous for its lively nightlife and is home to many fashionable nightclubs. Some of these bars are dug out of the artificial hill and offer their patrons the chance to observe fragments of the amphorae from which the hill is made.
Rome Accommodation apartments in the Testaccio area AP02 TESTACCIO and AP14 PIRAMIDE are perfectly located for visiting places of interest by day and enjoying the night life of Testaccio by night.
Areas of Rome
- Intera Roma (136)
- Colosseo (15)
- Esquilino - Termini (22)
- Navona - Campo de' Fiori (39)
- Spanish Steps (30)
- Testaccio (15)
- Trastevere (8)
- Vaticano (7)
Type of Monument
- Any (15)
- Archaeological areas (1)
- Basilicas (3)
- Churches (2)
- Historical roads (1)
- Historical squares (1)
- Monumental Cemeteries (3)
- Monuments (1)
- Parks (1)
- Temples (2)
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Basilica and Catacoms of San Sebasiano (Basilica)
Area Testaccio Description The basilica was built in the 6th century over the catacombs in which the relics of Saint Peter and Saint Paul were hidden during… -
Basilica di Santa Sabina (Basilica)
Area Testaccio Description One of the most delightful churches in Rome, this magnificent basilica is fortunately bare of Baroque decorations and thus stands out for its… -
Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls (Basilica)
Area Testaccio Description Built by Constantine in the 4th century over the tomb of Saint Paul, until the building of Saint Peter’s church, this was the largest cathedral… -
Catacombs of Domitilla (Cemetery monumental)
Area Testaccio Description The most extensive and ancient catacombs in Rome, the catacombs of Domitilla were originally the private burial ground of Flavia Domitilla,… -
Catacombs of Saint Callisto (Cemetery monumental)
Area Testaccio Description The largest and most widely visited of Roman catacombs, the catacombs of San Callisto were excavated at the end of the 2nd century and… -
Church of San Saba (Church)
Area Testaccio Description Located close to the Baths of Caracalla, this picturesque church dates back to the 10th century, although it has since been considerably restored… -
Church of Santa Prisca (Church)
Area Testaccio Description Although the church of Santa Prisca dates back to the 4th century, the underlying sanctuary of Mitra is far older. -
Mausoleo delle Fosse Ardeatine (Temple)
Area Testaccio Description This moving mausoleum honours 335 prisoners of war killed in an act of retaliation during the Nazi occupation of Rome. -
Mausoleo di Cecilia Metella (Temple)
Area Testaccio Description Wishing to ensure that his daughter in law, Cecilia Metella, was buried in a dignified manner, the extremely wealthy Marcus Craxus built a 11… -
Maxentius Circus (Archaeological area)
Area Testaccio Description The best conserved Roman stadium in Italy, Maxentius’ circus was able to accommodate over 10,000 spectators. Commenced by Maxentius… -
Parco Savello (Park)
Area Testaccio Description Also known as Giardino degli Aranci, this small garden is a favourite spot for romantic strolls. -
Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta (Historical square)
Area Testaccio Description This quiet square takes its name from the Knights of Malta who had their Roman headquarters at the Priory of the Knights of Malta. Looking… -
Protestant Cementery (Cemetery monumental)
Area Testaccio Description This shady cemetery is the final resting place of many foreign residents of Rome including Percy Bysshe Shelly and John Keats. The area is now… -
Pyramid of Caius Cestius (Monument)
Area Testaccio Description Built in imitation of an Egyptian pyramid, this 1st century BC marble and brick tomb was built within the Aurelian city walls by Magistrate Caius… -
Via Appia Antica and Catacombs (Historical road)
Area Testaccio Description Known to Ancient Romans as the regina viarum (the queen of roads), Via Appia Antica originally commenced at Porta San Sebastiano near the…
