Architectural Oddities in Rome

A detailed pachyderm supports Rome's smallest Egyptian obelisk.

Architectural monsters are devouring this palace's every door and window.

More sculpture than building, this architecturally significant temple was built on the spot of Saint Peter's crucifixion.

An alchemist's "magic door" stands in the middle of a Roman park.

A fairy tale castle in modern Rome.

The Pope’s secret escape route.

A master of trompe-l'oeil creates a stunning, tourist-fooling dome out of a flat ceiling.

Architectureal fantasy quarter of Rome.