Monti Parioli
The Monti Parioli are a complex of two hills, Monte Cacciarello and Monte San Valentino, which rise in the center of Rome (Italy), on the left side of the Tiber. They are located in the northern area of the town, within the Municipio II, and come as a rocky massif which is considered the most beautiful in Rome, excluding the historic seven hills.
| Monti Parioli | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 98 m (322 ft) |
| Coordinates | 41°55′30″N 12°27′6″E |
| Geography | |
| Location | Rome (Italy) |
The toponym, which has remained unchanged over the centuries, has been extended to the Quarter rising nearby.
Origin of the name
The name probably comes from the Latin paries, meaning "wall", with reference to an ancient ruined wall found on the hill.
History
In 1890 a first road was built, connecting the hill with the historic center. In the 1920s the first buildings arose, which became part of the homonymous Quarter in the post-war period.
The street that crosses them is called Via dei Monti Parioli. Today they are home to around 4,000 inhabitants.
Parks
- Villa Borghese
- Villa Balestra
See also
- Forte Antenne
- Parioli
- Campi Sportivi railway station