Piazza Venezia

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The Piazza Venezia, as seen from the Victor Emmanuel II monument with the Palazzo Venezia to the right
The Piazza Venezia, as seen from the Victor Emmanuel II monument with the Palazzo Venezia to the right

The Piazza Venezia is a piazza in central Rome, at 41°53′47″N, 12°28′57″ECoordinates: 41°53′47″N, 12°28′57″E. It takes its name from the adjacent Palazzo Venezia.

The piazza is at the foot of the Capitoline Hill and near the Roman Forum. It is dominated by the imposing Victor Emmanuel II monument. This is the large central square in the hub of Rome.

Piazza Venezia has a constant stream of traffic, yet no traffic lights. Instead, a white gloved traffic police officer stands on a block and directs traffic.

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