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The Montecitorio Obelisk is an ancient Egyptian granite obelisk in Piazza di Montecitorio, Rome. Emperor Augustus brought it from Heliopolis to Rome in 10 BCE and used it as the gnomon, or shadow-casting indicator, of the Solarium Augusti, a large sundial in the Campus Martius. After centuries buried or fallen, the obelisk was restored and re-erected in the piazza, where it remains a visible link between Roman imperial planning and modern Rome.
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How good is Montecitorio Obelisk?
Montecitorio Obelisk scores 6.44/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Monolith category.
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See our alternatives page for Montecitorio Obelisk for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Agonalis Obelisk, Minerveo Obelisk, Lateran Obelisk.
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Is Montecitorio Obelisk worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.44/10, Montecitorio Obelisk is a solid option in Monolith. See all Monolith ranked.
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