Pietre d'Inciampo: A Touching Tribute in Rome
Explore the Pietre d'Inciampo in Rome, a unique Holocaust memorial that honors victims through poignant brass plaques embedded in the city's streets.
Discover the Pietre d'Inciampo, or Stumbling Stones, a poignant memorial dedicated to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust, located in the heart of Rome. These small brass plaques, embedded in the pavement, tell the stories of those who were deported and lost during this dark chapter of history. Each stone is a reminder of personal stories, inviting visitors to reflect on the past while walking through the city. Meandering through the streets of Rome, you can find these stones scattered across various locations, each one marking a place where a victim once lived. This unique and moving tribute is an essential stop for tourists looking to connect with the history and culture of Rome.
A brief summary to Pietre d'inciampo in memoria di Augusto Piperno, Virginia Baroccio in Piperno
- Viale Giulio Cesare, 223, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, 00192, IT
- Visit website
Local tips
- Take time to read the inscriptions on each stone; they tell powerful individual stories.
- Visit during quieter hours to fully absorb the significance of the memorials.
- Consider joining a guided tour that focuses on Jewish history in Rome for deeper context.
- Respect the memorials by keeping noise to a minimum and refraining from taking photos of the stones directly.
- Combine your visit with nearby historical sites to enrich your understanding of Rome's past.
Getting There
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Walking
Start inside the Vatican Museums. Exit the museums through the main entrance, which leads you onto Viale Vaticano. Once outside, turn left onto Viale Vaticano and continue walking straight. You will pass by a series of shops and cafes. Keep walking until you reach the intersection with Viale Giulio Cesare. At this point, turn right onto Viale Giulio Cesare. Continue walking along Viale Giulio Cesare for about 10-15 minutes. The Pietre d'inciampo in memoria di Augusto Piperno, Virginia Baroccio in Piperno will be located at number 223 on your right-hand side. Look for the brass cobblestones set into the pavement.
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