EPISODE · May 11, 2025 · 11 MIN
Ep 06 - Piazza Navona - From Arena to Angels
from Hansen Family Mediterranean Adventure: Greece & Italy 2025 · host Cordell Hansen
What looks like a baroque plaza was once a roaring Roman racetrack—and this episode uncovers the layers of Piazza Navona’s dramatic past. We’ll explore Bernini’s famous fountain, the church built on the site of a young saint’s martyrdom, and how a powerful pope and his ambitious family reshaped the square. From ancient athletes to swirling angels, this piazza tells a story of art, rivalry, and reinvention—all in one elegant oval.
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What looks like a baroque plaza was once a roaring Roman racetrack—and this episode uncovers the layers of Piazza Navona’s dramatic past. We’ll explore Bernini’s famous fountain, the church built on the site of a young saint’s martyrdom, and how a powerful pope and his ambitious family reshaped the square. From ancient athletes to swirling angels, this piazza tells a story of art, rivalry, and reinvention—all in one elegant oval.
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