Ponte Sisto in Rome is a historic pedestrian bridge in the center of Rome that spans the Tiber River and offers stunning photo opportunities. The bridge dates to the Renaissance and replaced an original bridge that spanned the site centuries earlier. It has played vital roles in many historic events.
Today, the scenic bypass allows access to the range of shopping, dining, cultural and historic experiences the city has to offer. Whether you're taking a boat under the bridge to photograph the structure itself or walking across to capture images of the city, it's an adventure you won't forget.
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A brief history of Ponte Sisto in Rome
Ponte Sisto in Rome began as the Roman Pons Aurelius, which spanned the river as early as the 4th century. Later in the Middle Ages, it was called the Pons Antonius. It was partially destroyed in 772 during an invasion. It was rebuilt in the 15th century by Pope Sixtus IV and remains in that form today, still carrying the Pope's name.
The bridge was the center of the Corsican Guard Affair in the 17th century. Two marble slabs that carry elegant Latin inscriptions were replaced with duplicates in the 1990s; the originals were removed to protect them from vandalism.
What else is good to know about Ponte Sisto in Rome?
Ponte Sisto in Rome is a pedestrian bridge; automobiles are not permitted to drive across. This makes it an ideal way to capture stunning views of the Tiber River and the city shoreline on both sides, which are sure to light up any social media feed. You can also see the bridge from the water by booking passage on a tour boat or ferry.
Popular photos include the Latin plaques and the silhouette of the bridge itself. The bridge connects the Campo de' Fiori area of the city to the via Giulia in Trastevere, the city's hip young nightlife hub.
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