The Piazza and its Palazzi

Piazza del Campidoglio's current appearance dates back to the middle of the XV century when it was designed by Michelangelo Buonarroti.

The piazza's component parts (buildings, sculptures and decorated paving) were intended by Michelangelo to form one single organic unity, although over the centuries there have been a number of alterations and additions.

Progetto di Michelangelo per la piazza capitolina (Etienne Du Pérac, 1559)
Progetto di Michelangelo per la piazza capitolina (Etienne Du Pérac, 1559)