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Quirinal

hill, Rome, Italy
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The Quirinal is one of the seven hills of Rome, Italy. It is located in the heart of modern Rome and has been a distinguished address since the 1st century BCE. Powerful families built their homes here, and it is now home to the Quirinal Palace, which has served as a papal residence, a royal palace, and is currently the presidential palace of Italy. The hill is also known for its art galleries and Baroque architecture, including churches designed by famous architects like Bernini and Borromini.12

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