Home to Italy’s Chamber of Deputies, this baroque palazzo was built by Bernini in 1653, expanded by Carlo Fontana in the late 17th century, and given an art-nouveau facelift in 1918. Guided tours take in its lavish reception rooms and the main chamber where the 630 deputies debate beneath a beautiful Liberty-style skyline. Visits are free but you need to book a slot – see eventi.camera.it/eventionline for details.

The obelisk outside was brought from Heliopolis in Egypt by Augustus to celebrate his victory over Cleopatra and Mark Antony in 30 BC.

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