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Quartiere Coppedè is an unexpected and extraordinary area within the Trieste district in Rome. Its architecture mixes Ancient Greek, Medieval, Mannerist, Roman Baroque, and Art Nouveau styles. The principal inspiration is in nature, and the architect is Gino Coppedè, who worked on the quarter from 1913 until he died in 1927.
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Main Sights –What You to See
The area is peaceful and considered the city’s best vantage point. The most beautifully decored buildings are Villino delle Fate, the Palazzo del Ragno, and the Palazzo degli Ambasciatori.
The Arch
The Quartiere Coppedè encompasses a building designed by architect Gino Coppedè at the beginning of the 20th century. After you pass “the Arcone,” which is the arch that connects Via Tagliamento with the center 0f the neighborhood, Piazza Mincio, you will see the beauties of uniquely designed buildings. Moreover, there is a sculpture of Coppedè himself in one of the columns. The other side of the arch transfers you into the world of the brainchild of Coppedè.
The Fountain of Frogs (Fontana delle Rane)
Walking along the Palazzo Degli Ambasciatori, you will see the beautiful fountain with eight stone frogs in Piazza Mincio.
The English Garden at Villa Torlonia
The English Garden at Villa Torlonia is one of the most elegant and modern Roman villas, which served as Mussolini’s residence from 1925 to 1943. Moreover, it is famous for its English garden.
Via Chiana
Many eclectic shops and boutiques are located on Via Chiana, where you can buy various design home accessories, groceries, temporary art clothes, and many more exciting things.
Otherworld
Coppedè is not the Rome that guests of the city expect to see. There are 40 structures with different sizes, styles, and heights. According to the legend, Gino Coppedè received a lot of criticism for his creation and decided to commit suicide.
Before, he had been working in Genoa for a British client after acquiring a professional reputation in Milan, where the Liberty decorative style was popular by that time. However, the Rationalist architectural movement was dominant in Rome.
Where to Stay – Hotel Coppedè
Hotel Coppedè offers rooms with classic décor, TV, and a minibar. Moreover, there is free WiFi throughout the property. It is located in the beautiful Coppedè quarter. You can easily reach the city center or Termini station by taking a bus from the stop on Via Nomentana, which is 800 m from the hotel. Undoubtedly, Nomentano is an excellent choice for travelers interested in ancient landmarks, Italian culture, and art.
Useful Information
- Quartiere Coppedè location: between Piazza Buenos Aries and Via Tagliamento
- Getting There: take trams 3 or 19 to Piazza Buenos Aires
- Enter under a big arch on Via Tagliamento (in front of Piper Club) on the corner with Via Dora
Quartiere Coppedè is an attractive district for filmmakers and a beautiful quarter to have a walk and enjoy local shops with exciting things and extraordinary buildings.
