Villa Adriana – Tivoli, Italy
The vast archaeological complex of Hadrian’s Villa, also known as Villa Adriana, lies just outside the town of Tivoli. Constructed during the 2nd century CE for the Roman emperor Hadrian, the villa served as an enormous imperial residence and retreat.
Spread across more than one hundred hectares, the complex contains palaces, baths, theaters, gardens, and reflecting pools inspired by the architectural traditions of the Roman Empire. Hadrian designed the estate to recreate places he admired throughout the empire.
Today the ruins of Villa Adriana form one of the most impressive archaeological sites in Italy and are recognized as a Hadrian’s Villa.
