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The Borghese Gallery is an art gallery which lies on the outskirts of Rome. One of the many joys of the Borghese Gallery is that it can be fully explored within a couple of hours. The structure of the Borghese Gallery is quite compact and very easily accessible.
The main floor is mostly devoted to classical antiquities dating back to the third century A.D. Quite remarkably; many of the sculptures are still displayed in the spaces they were intended for when the gallery was first built. There are also musical instruments on display in the Borghese Gallery. The musical collection s made up of instruments from not only Western cultures but also instruments from ancient cultures such as Egyptian, African, Greek and American.
The surrounding area of the Borghese Gallery consists of a garden which contains statues of eagles and dragons. Many tourists flock this gallery and amazing attraction each year and it is therefore recommended to arrange your Rome accommodation (accommodatie in Rome) in advance.
You can plan and maximize your experience of this tour depending on the length of your stay. You can find some great deals on Rome apartments (appartementen Rome) and hotel in Rome. The Borghese Gallery is one of Rome’s richest and interesting villas. It houses a vast and diverse collection of sculptures and paintings produced by master artists such as Bernini, Canova, Caravaggio and Titian. The Borghese Gallery is truly a magical setting in which the beauty of the artworks, fountains and monuments co-exist with each other within the rich and diverse flora of the vast surrounding park.
It is also possible to enjoy a Borghese Gallery and Garden walking tour! This is the ideal way to discover the secrets, stories and techniques behind all the art masterpieces found at the Borghese Gallery. While on this tour, you will also undertake an enchanting walk though the Borghese Gardens where you will enjoy the silence and surprises of this garden situated in the busy centre of Rome. To top it all of, the tour usually ends with a breathtaking view from the very top of the Pincio terrace.
Furthermore, all of the tours in the Gallery, including those of the garden are included in the entrance fee. The best thing about the tours is that there is never more than 25 people attending, which makes it an ideal situation to fully take advantage of your guide. Make sure to check the availability of this particular walking tour ahead of time as with the above description of the Borghese Gallery, not many people will want to give this day out a miss.
Posted on: Tuesday, August 26, 2008 at 10:51 am 
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