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The Sallustiano Obelisk is a Roman-made obelisk in Egyptian style, originally part of the ancient Horti Sallustiani (Gardens of Sallust) in Rome. After being discovered in the 16th century, it was eventually erected at the Piazza Trinità dei Monti, above the Spanish Steps, in 1789 under Pope Pius VI. The 13.9-meter obelisk features hieroglyphic inscriptions that were copied from other Egyptian obelisks rather than original Egyptian texts.
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Where is the Sallustiano Obelisk located?
The Sallustiano Obelisk stands in Piazza Trinità dei Monti in Rome. It is positioned above the Spanish Steps, near the Church of Trinità dei Monti.
Was the Sallustiano Obelisk made in ancient Egypt?
No. It is a Roman-made obelisk designed in an Egyptian style, with hieroglyphic inscriptions copied from pharaonic models.
What were the Horti Sallustiani?
The Horti Sallustiani were the Gardens of Sallust, an important ancient Roman garden estate. The obelisk was originally associated with this complex before being moved centuries later.
When was the Sallustiano Obelisk moved to the Spanish Steps?
Pope Pius VI ordered the obelisk erected at its current position in 1789. The installation was carried out by the architect Giovanni Antinori.
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