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Rome / Tarpeian Rock 1891
Traditionally, traitors against the Roman state were thrown from this rock to their deaths : it was named after Tarteia who opened the gates Date: 1891
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1891 Deaths Gates Named Opened Roma Thrown Traditionally Traitors
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This evocative photograph, taken in 1891, captures the awe-inspiring view of Rome's Tarpeian Rock from an elevated vantage point. The Tarpeian Rock, a prominent cliff located in the heart of the ancient Roman city, holds a dark and intriguing history. Tradition maintains that traitors against the Roman state were thrown from this precipice to their deaths, earning the rock its name, Tarpeia, after the legendary Sabine woman who opened the gates of Rome to the enemy, only to be betrayed and ultimately meet her end by being pushed from the same cliff. The photograph, taken over a century ago, transports us back in time, allowing us to imagine the stark reality of the past. The rugged terrain, dotted with shrubs and trees, contrasts sharply with the grandeur of the Roman ruins that lie scattered across the landscape. The Colosseum, one of the most iconic symbols of Rome, can be seen in the distance, a testament to the enduring legacy of the Roman civilization. The Tarpeian Rock, shrouded in mystery and steeped in history, continues to fascinate visitors to Rome. This photograph, a beautiful and haunting reminder of the past, invites us to reflect on the complexities of human nature and the enduring power of tradition.
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