Belvedere Villa, Renaissance palace in Vatican City
The Belvedere Villa features ascending hillside terraces connected by grand staircases, forming an integral part of the Apostolic Palace complex.
Pope Innocent VIII commissioned architect Antonio del Pollaiuolo to design the villa in 1484, establishing a residence overlooking Saint Peter's Basilica.
The interior walls display Federico Zuccari's frescoes, while the courtyard exhibits notable Roman sculptures including the Apollo Belvedere statue.
Visitors can explore the villa and its courtyards through guided tours of the Vatican Museums, with entry tickets required for admission.
The Cortile del Belvedere design by Bramante influenced European courtyard architecture through its innovative terrace system and spatial arrangement.
Location: Vatican City
Inception: 15 century
Architects: Antonio del Pollaiuolo
Creator: Federico Zuccari
Part of: Apostolic Palace
GPS coordinates: 41.90417,12.45472
Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:48
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