THE PALATINE HILL

GENERAL INFO

• One of the most ancient parts of Rome
• It is rather a field, surrounded by hills and buildings
• Located in the province of Rome
• Stands 40 meters above the Forum Romanum
• Surrounded by Roman forum and Circus Maximus on either side

HISTORY & ORIGINS

• By the time of Rome's Republican era,
• It became a fashionable place to live...
• Because of amazing views on top of the hill.
• Inhabited back to tenth century B.C.

CONNECTION TO MYTHOLOGY

• According to roman mythology,
• Palatine Hill was location of the cave where Romulus and Remus
• Were found by the "shewolf" Lupa
• These two men are essential to Ancient Rome's development.
• Apparently, Romulus established Rome on the Palatine Hill after killing his twin brother, Remus.

THE HILL TODAY

• Appears as ruins but is still a main tourist attraction
• #77 for top #100 tourist attractions.
• Has 4.5 /5 stars for trip advisor.