Italian archaeological collections

The city of Venice to the northeast brings to mind romantic visions of gondolas gliding through the famous waterways. Peters Basilicathe largest religious building in the worldincluding the dramatic double colonnade that encircles the Piazza San Pietro in front and the tomb of the Apostle Peter underground below the Basilica. Vatican City is actually an independent city-state entirely surrounded by the city of Rome. The National Museum, located in Italys capital city, showcases some of the worlds most important Rocket Italian archaeological collections, while the oldest classic sculptures are on display at the Capitoline Museum. The monuments in Rome reveal a rich history, from modern style to the glory of Imperial Rome to the mystery of the Etruscan civilization.