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The bronze equestrian statue of Anita Garibaldi is located in Gianicolo Hill. The monument stands some 100 metres away from her husband Giuseppe Garibaldi's monument. From here stunning views of Rome can be seen.
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Date of experience: October 2018
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Giuseppe Garibaldi's wife Anita, who fought alongside him, is also honored with an equestrian statue. Created in 1932 by Mario Rutelli, the statue depicts Anita Garibaldi in a pure Wild West style. She sits astride on a prancing horse with a pistol in her right hand while holding her newborn child in her other hand. The two Garibaldi statues are a mere one hundred meters apart with the Viale aldo Fabrizi connecting the couple. The area between the two monuments is littered with 84 busts that honor Italian patriots.…
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Date of experience: April 2018
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Just a bit north of the big monument in honour of Guiseppe Garibaldi there is also a memorial to his wife Anita Garibaldi. And that is nice because her person and history is interesting. One of Garibaldi's comrades described Anita as "an amalgam of two elemental forces…the strength and courage of a man and the charm and tenderness of a woman, manifested by the daring and vigour with which she had brandished her sword and the beautiful oval of her face that trimmed the softness of her extraordinary eyes."…
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Date of experience: April 2016
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From Trastevere to the Gianicolo hill where the monument of A. Garibaldi is placed view a spectacular view over Rome. Visit the place in the afternoon, where the sun will let you have excellent opportunities for selfies with Rome in the background
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Date of experience: December 2015
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The Monumento ad Anita Garibaldi was a beautiful area of Rome with a spectacular overlook of the city. It featured panoramic views with all of Rome laid out and a quiet and shady park area. Definitely a must visit.
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Date of experience: June 2015
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