Aventine Keyhole, Architectural viewing point on Aventine Hill, Rome, Italy.
The green door at the end of a cul-de-sac leads to the Priory of the Knights of Malta, with a keyhole offering a view of St. Peter's Basilica.
The property changed from a fortified palace of Alberico II in 932 to a Benedictine monastery, then to Knights Templar control before becoming Knights of Malta territory.
The Santa Maria del Priorato church incorporates naval designs and Masonic symbols, reflecting the connection between Aventine Hill and maritime traditions.
Visitors can access the site by taking Metro Line B to Circo Massimo station and walking up the Aventine Hill to Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta.
Through the keyhole, three separate territories align: the Knights of Malta property, Italy, and Vatican City with the St. Peter's Basilica dome.
Location: Rome
Accessibility: Accessible en fauteuil roulant
Address: Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta, 4, 00153 Roma RM, Italy 00153 Roma 00153 Roma
Website: https://orderofmalta.int/it/governo/basilica-san-pietro-dal-buco-della-serratura
GPS coordinates: 41.88293,12.47841
Latest update: September 24, 2025 00:10
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