Built in the 16th century, this is the seat of Rome’s provincial administration; the most fascinating bit of this building is that, during its renovation in 2005, archaeologists discovered the ruins of ancient villas underneath the structure. The excavations revealed Domus Romane, a huge complex spread over 20,000 square complex that housed two striking and peculiarly large 4th century patrician villas and remains of a private thermal bath.

Luckily or not, the previous architects of the 16th century preserved the ruins which are now open to public.

Walk in and you will be overwhelmed with the well-maintained staircases, frescoes, stunning mosaics and beautiful marble floors. The light show beautifies the ruins recreating the villas as they would have been in their hey-day.

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• Bus 40, 60, 64, 170, N7, N8, N15, Metro Line Laurentina Rebibbia stop- Cavour

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