Mausoleum of Hadrian

The Mausoleum of Hadrian was originally the tallest edifice in Rome, commissioned by Hadrian, a Roman emperor from 117 to 138 AD who intended to utilize the classical complex as a burial place for himself and his family. It is still a magnificent sight on the Roman skyline today. Successive emperors' ashes were interred here, but the structure went on to serve as a stronghold and castle - Castel Sant'Angelo.

Since the building's conversion to a military fortification in 401, most of the tomb's contents and decorations have been lost. Today, it serves as a public art and history museum.

Location: Rome, Italy