Palestrina, Ancient hilltop city in Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
The city extends across a mountain spur of the Prenestini Mountains at an elevation of 450 meters above sea level east of Rome.
The settlement originated in the 8th century BC as Praeneste and developed into a significant Latin center before joining the Roman Republic.
The National Archaeological Museum displays numerous artifacts recovered from local excavations, including objects from Phoenician and Etruscan civilizations.
Visitors can reach Palestrina from Rome through regular train services departing from Roma Termini station, with connections available every hour.
The Temple of Fortuna Primigenia, constructed in the second century BC, extends across multiple terraces and contains intricate architectural details.
Location: Metropolitan City of Rome
Capital city: Palestrina
Elevation above the sea: 450 m
Shares border with: Castel San Pietro Romano, Cave, Gallicano nel Lazio, Rocca di Cave, Rome, San Cesareo, Valmontone, Zagarolo, Rocca Priora, Labico, Artena
Website: http://comune.palestrina.rm.it
GPS coordinates: 41.83333,12.90000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:32
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