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Baroque Rome: Bernini & Caravaggio Trail

Ciao, amici! 👋 Get ready to dive headfirst into the drama and beauty of Baroque Rome! We're chasing Bernini's sculptures and Caravaggio's shadows. 🎭

Tourstops

1. Piazza San Luigi dei Francesi
Welcome to Piazza San Luigi dei Francesi! 🇫🇷 Here, Caravaggio's genius explodes in the Contarelli Chapel. You'll find three stunning paintings of St. Matthew.
2. Chiesa di Sant'Ivo alla Sapienza
Prepare to be amazed by Borromini's architectural brilliance! 🌟 Sant'Ivo is a masterpiece of Baroque design. Notice the swirling, spiraling dome – pure genius!
3. Fountain of the Four Rivers (Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi)
Behold Bernini's incredible Fountain of the Four Rivers! 🌊 It represents the rivers Nile, Ganges, Danube, and Plate. Each figure embodies a continent – a true spectacle!
4. Piazza Navona
Step into the heart of Baroque Rome – Piazza Navona! 🎭 This vibrant square is filled with Bernini's and Borromini's art. It's a feast for the eyes and the soul!
5. Chiesa di Sant'Andrea al Quirinale
Prepare to be moved by Bernini's Sant'Andrea al Quirinale! 🙏 This small but stunning church is a Baroque gem. Its elliptical design creates a sense of drama and movement.
6. Galleria Borghese
Enter a world of Baroque masterpieces at Galleria Borghese! 🖼️ Here, you'll find Bernini's Apollo and Daphne and David. Caravaggio's paintings are also a highlight.
7. Basilica di Santa Maria del Popolo
Discover the hidden treasures of Santa Maria del Popolo! ⛪ Caravaggio's paintings are located in the Cerasi Chapel. Bernini also contributed to the church's design.