Chronicles of Regola
Beyond the grand palazzos lie the secrets of the neighborhood. Seek out the Arco degli Acetari (Arch of the Vinegar Makers) at Via del Pellegrino 19, a medieval courtyard that feels frozen in the year 1600. For a taxi stand, you'll find one just steps away at Largo di Torre Argentina.
For a deeper descent into history, visit the Stadium of Domitian beneath Piazza Navona to see the ancient foundations of the city. For a quiet afternoon, the AquaMadre Hammam in the Jewish Ghetto offers a historic bathhouse experience that is a lifesaver after walking the Roman cobblestones.
What is a fleur-de-lis?
The fleur-de-lis translates from French as "lily flower."
Lily Terrace takes its name from this historic symbol. Our street, Vicolo del Giglio, was named for the nearby Palazzo Farnese, whose family crest featured a field of golden lilies.
The proximity to Palazzo Farnese, now the French Embassy, defines the local architectural character. The influence of the Farnese family brought with it a standard of elegance that is reflected in the surrounding piazzas and narrow lanes. To walk the stones of Vicolo del Giglio is to follow the path of popes, ambassadors, and masters of the High Renaissance.