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The purity of Bernini’s work here refutes the popular conception of Baroque as being nothing but overblown extravagance.
In a rare opportunity for concentrated effort by one man on such a gigantic project, Bernini completed the 284 travertine columns, 88 pilasters, and 140 statues of the saints in just 11 years, from 1656 to 1667.
Unfortunately, there is nothing to match Bernini’s great square to give you a proper perspective, and the church is dwarfed by the huge Queen Elizabeth Hotel and the Sun Life skyscraper.
From the home of Cardinal Ippolito d’Este, guests can look down at the terraced gardens, the real reason for Tivoli’s fame and your visit: alleys of cypresses and soaring fountains (500 in all, including Bernini’s Bicchierone), grottoes, waterfalls, reflecting pools, and everywhere the cool sound of rushing water.
Beneath that dome, over the high altar, is another replica of St. Peter’s: Bernini’s celebrated gilded bronze canopy.
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