Mausoleo Piramidale

The Mausoleo Piramidale, located in Rome, Italy, is an impressive complex of baroque and neoclassical structures and gardens. Built by Pope Urban VIII in 1630, it was originally conceived as a monumental family burial site for the Barberini family. Its centerpiece is a grand pyramid and adjacent landscaping, accented with a fountain, statues, and obelisks. It is an iconic, must-see for anyone visiting Rome. Be sure to get up close and explore its various intricate features, and take a walk around the entire complex.