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Monsters Park In The Village Of Bomarzo Near Viterbo Town, Italy

In the village of Bomarzo, Near town of Viterbo, it is a natural park decorated with statues and sculptures dating from the sixteenth century representing monsters, demons and ancient gods. This is the famous “Monster Park“, which is also known as “Sacred Grove” to date one of the most mysterious and popular tourist attractions in the area. Built in the mid-1500s by Prince Pier Francesco Orsini by the architect Pirro Ligorio, he was dedicated to his wife Giulia Farnese. The park was decorated with numerous statues by the grotesque style depicting mythological characters is horrendous figures such as dragons, orcs and exotic animals that represent the most characteristic element of the garden.

Monsters Park In The Village Of Bomarzo Near Viterbo Town, Italy

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