What's inside the Pantheon?
What's inside the Pantheon? Notable tombs include those of the renowned artist Raphael and Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of a unified Italy. There are also chapels dedicated to different saints and religious figures, adding to the cultural and historical significance of the Pantheon. Yes, entry inside Rome Pantheon is free for visitors.
What are 5 facts about the Pantheon?
Discover amazing facts about the Panthéon, Paris' architectural answer to ancient Rome
- A woman wasn't buried in the Panthéon until 1995. ...
- Many prominent French writers have been buried in the Panthéon. ...
- The Panthéon has one of the best views over Paris. ...
- The Paris Panthéon is modelled after the one in Rome.
Why is the Pantheon so special?
The most fascinating part of the Pantheon is its giant dome, with its famous hole in the top (The eye of the Pantheon, or oculus). The dome was the largest in the world for 1300 years and to present remains the largest unsupported dome in the world. Its diameter is 43.30 meters (or 142 ft.)