Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II in Rome, the capital of Italy, is among the places to visit in Rome. It is located right next to the Roman Forum, the center of Ancient Rome. Altare della Patria, whose other name means Altar of the Nation, has grand staircases and sculptures. Finished in 1911, the monument is dedicated to Vittorio Emanuele II, the first king of the United Italy.

Located next to Piazza Venezia, which has one of the widest intersections, this colossal structure measures 135 x 75 meters. Among the gigantic statues, the statue in the upper center of the monument is the statue of Vittorio Emanuele. At the corners, there are four horse statues and a winged version of Vittorio.

Due to its height, it can be seen from many parts of Rome. It is possible to see Rome from above by climbing on top of the building. For this, you can choose the elevator installed behind the building. It will take you to the top floor for a few euros.

The stairs of the building are monitored by guards and you are not allowed to sit or put your bag on the stairs. So if you want to put your bag there for two seconds and take a photo comfortably, the guard will be right next to you. If anyone sits down, they make them stand up immediately.

The location of the Vittorio monument is very central. It is possible to reach the large structure, which can be easily seen from the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, the most famous historical buildings of Rome, by metro. The easiest way is to get off at the Colosseum stop.

There is also a museum inside the Vittorio Emanuele 2 monument. You can visit the Central Museum of the Risorgimento, which sheds light on the history of Vittoriano, if you are interested in the history of Rome and Vittoriano.

Museum of the Risorgimento

Opened in 1997, the museum mainly houses prints, photographs and documents related to the history of the war.

It contains busts and personal belongings of famous figures who led the past, the stories of the battles they fought and the information that changed the history of Rome.

The museum also exhibits Roman paintings by some artists and swords and rifles used in battles. One of these swords is the sword of honor given to Vittoria Emanuele III in 1920 by the Roman government after her victory in World War I.

The clothes used by the leaders of the past are also on display. If you are interested in Italian war history, you may want to see this museum. Rome Pass is not valid at the museum.