19. Modern Italys Main Monument to Itself: the Vittoriano

Published: Nov. 17, 2020, 5 p.m.

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Modern Italy\\u2019s largest, most expensive, and most eye-catching monument goes most often by its nickname, the Wedding Cake. It is huge, bright white, and covered with a wide variety of allegorical statues. This podcast finds in these statues Italy\\u2019s intention to break away from the long traditions of Christian Rome, while at the same time reviving Italian pride, unity, and dedication by evoking the glories of Ancient Rome.

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