Via del Corso

The Via del Corso is a major street in central Rome, Italy. It has been an important thoroughfare since Classical times, originally known as the Via Flaminia, which led to the Adriatic Sea. The street's current name, Via del Corso, originates from the horse races (corse) held there during Roman carnival celebrations. It stretches from the foot of the Capitoline Hill to the Piazza del Popolo, passing through the Porta del Popolo gate in the city wall, after which it resumes its ancient name. The Via del Corso is a vibrant part of Rome's urban landscape, connecting significant historical sites and continuing to be a central artery of the city.12