states: [italy]
category: cultural
year: 2001
location: Province of Rome, Region of Latium
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 41.9639166700, 12.7962500000
last visited: 2023
unesco id: 1025
world heritage site: 1025
Villa d'Este, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Italy, is a masterpiece of Renaissance design renowned for its opulent gardens and innovative water features. This 16th-century estate boasts a series of terraces adorned with elaborate fountains, cascades, and pools, powered by an intricate hydraulic system. The villa itself exemplifies architectural elegance, while its landscaped grounds reflect the era’s artistic and engineering prowess, making it a celebrated cultural landmark.