Unveiling Castel Sant'Angelo's Allure

You definitely can't miss the Castel Sant'Angelo when you come to Rome! This building full of mystery and historical heritage will definitely bring you an unforgettable experience. 📜Historical Story The Castel Sant'Angelo was originally built as a mausoleum for the Roman Emperor Hadrian and his descendants in 139 AD. After several centuries, due to its special geographical location, it transformed into a fortress to resist foreign invaders. Later, it was also used as a prison and finally rebuilt into a papal palace. In the 6th century, Pope Gregory I erected a statue of the archangel with a sword on the top of the castle to fight against the Black Death, and since then it has been named the Castel Sant'Angelo. The movie "Angels & Demons" was also filmed here, adding a lot of mystery to the castle. 🚗Transportation Guide Take Metro Line A to Lepanto Station. After getting out of the station, it takes about 15 minutes to walk to the castle. You can enjoy the street views of Rome along the way, which is very pleasant. If you start from the Colosseum in Rome, it is very convenient to take a bus or a taxi. It takes about 30 minutes by bus and about 15 minutes by taxi. 💰Ticket Discounts 🎫Book on the official website: The adult ticket is 13 euros. EU residents aged 18 - 25 only need 2 euros. Those under 18 years old are free (but a 1 - euro handling fee is required). It is also free on the first Sunday of each month! 🌟Attractions There is a museum in the castle where you can see military memorabilia such as ancient armor and weapons. When you reach the top floor, you can have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of the ancient city of Rome. Famous attractions such as the Tiber River, the Ponte Sant'Angelo, and St. Peter's Basilica can all be seen, and the view is excellent!