This is What Rome Looked Like in the 1950s | Vintage Footage Restored

Описание: Step back in time to 1956 and experience the timeless beauty of Rome, Italy. This restored vintage film captures the Eternal City in the mid-20th century, starting with a classic TWA map and taking you on a tour of ancient history and bustling 50s street life.

Wander through the sprawling ruins of the Roman Forum, visit the serene cloisters of St. Paul Outside the Walls, and climb the steps of the Capitoline Hill. The footage features incredible glimpses of daily life, including vintage Fiats and scooters zipping past ancient monuments. A highlight of the reel is a rare sight of Pope Pius XII appearing from the window of the Apostolic Palace to bless the crowds gathered in St. Peter's Square.

Whether you are a history buff or a lover of Italy, this video offers a nostalgic window into the Golden Age of travel.

Chapter List
00:00 - Rome, Italy
00:11 - Views of the Roman Forum & Colosseum Area
00:24 - The Catacombs of Domitilla
00:27 - Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls
00:34 - The Cloister of San Paolo (Cosmatesque Style)
00:41 - Ancient Ruins & The Baths
00:53 - The Cordonata Steps (Capitoline Hill)
01:05 - The Capitoline Wolf Statue
01:11 - Walking Through the Roman Forum
01:36 - Altar of the Fatherland (Vittoriano)
01:45 - The Vatican: Pope Pius XII at the Window
02:02 - The Tiber River & 1950s Street Scenes

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