A twentieth-century monument housing the remains of Giuseppe Garibaldi’s followers, this mausoleum stands as a memorial to the heroes of Italian unification.
At a glance
Built in 1941, the Garibaldi Ossuary Mausoleum commemorates those who died in the struggle for Italian independence. Designed by architect Giovanni Jacobucci, the structure reflects interwar architectural ambitions and remains a significant site of historical remembrance in Rome.
History
The mausoleum was constructed in 1941 under the direction of Giovanni Jacobucci. It serves as an ossuary—a repository for the remains of those associated with Garibaldi’s campaigns and the broader movement toward Italian unification.
What you see
Giovanni Jacobucci’s design reflects architectural conventions of its era. The building functions as a mausoleum and ossuary, with spatial arrangements appropriate to its commemorative purpose.
Cultural significance
The ossuary preserves memory of those who sacrificed for Italian independence. It connects visitors to the nineteenth-century Risorgimento and honors the legacy of Garibaldi’s movement, anchoring historical narrative within the urban fabric of Rome.
Key facts
- Address: Via Garibaldi, 29, 00153 Roma
- Coordinates: 41.8881886, 12.4656043
- Architect: Giovanni Jacobucci
- Completed: 1941
- Official website: http://wwwsovraintendenzaroma.it
Practical information
Opening hours and admission details are not listed; check the official website or contact the Superintendence of Rome for current visiting information.
Getting there
The mausoleum is located on Via Garibaldi in the Trastevere area of Rome. Public transport serves the neighborhood; consult local transit maps for routes and connections.
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