Something that is never said is that after Daphne became a laurel tree, Apollo, in memory of his love for her, madea crown of laurel. It became a symbol of the god, in fact Apollo is often represented with a crown of laurel on his head. During the Roman Republic became the symbol of the Senate. During the Empire of Rome, it was worn by the emperors.
I've been there and agree Bernini is so underated, his work is jawdropping Apollo and Daphne is the mos tamazing sculpture I've seen, thks for the tip Rick Steves!
A spectacular look at this park! Electric bikes are fun ... and my partner got a mysterious spider or bug bite somewhere during our wild ride through these gardens. Unforgettable memories. You brought it all back. Tante belle cose, Rick!
@rosesinvase well he was trying to have his wicked way with Daphne - naughty god! it's not all bad though, the tree was cut down and used to make the world's first guitar - rock and roll!
i used to watch this show on pbs. i'm glad rick steve is on youtube since i rarely watch tv now as days. thanks for posting this slices of europian charms.
Something that is never said is that after Daphne became a laurel tree, Apollo, in memory of his love for her, madea crown of laurel. It became a symbol of the god, in fact Apollo is often represented with a crown of laurel on his head. During the Roman Republic became the symbol of the Senate. During the Empire of Rome, it was worn by the emperors.
Anyway yes, ancient sad love story. lol
belblus 1 month ago
Apollo chasing daphne is simply beautiful and breath-taking! It brought tears to my eyes. Never seen anything like this
AltairsFan123 2 months ago
Great video. Villa Borghese is my favorite !
borghese1 3 months ago
@sandrodream1 Indeed, he has a nice voice that keeps the listner watch it. Video is amazing, I was watching with open mouth...
feveroo7 4 months ago
I've been there and agree Bernini is so underated, his work is jawdropping Apollo and Daphne is the mos tamazing sculpture I've seen, thks for the tip Rick Steves!
xkcman 6 months ago
Amazing place.
tattisalles1989 7 months ago
Nice job
IrishAimbot 9 months ago
A spectacular look at this park! Electric bikes are fun ... and my partner got a mysterious spider or bug bite somewhere during our wild ride through these gardens. Unforgettable memories. You brought it all back. Tante belle cose, Rick!
TruthfulTourist 11 months ago
Marvelous job featuring the highlights of one of my favorite places. Ciao, Rachele
MysteriousPainter 1 year ago
I love Bernini ...
johnoliver74 1 year ago 6
that scene with Apollo and Daphne... it's so sad. I feel so sad for Apollo... :'(
rosesinvase 1 year ago 5
@rosesinvase well he was trying to have his wicked way with Daphne - naughty god! it's not all bad though, the tree was cut down and used to make the world's first guitar - rock and roll!
IlRezzonico 1 month ago
Wow! Bernini's Apollo and Daphne is as wonderful as Michaelangelo's Pieta of Vatican - two most beautiful sculptures in the world - awesome gallery!
meteofan1x2 1 year ago
Great Video!!!
tsalexey544 2 years ago
i used to watch this show on pbs. i'm glad rick steve is on youtube since i rarely watch tv now as days. thanks for posting this slices of europian charms.
u1b2 2 years ago
@u1b2 Same here im overly excited at work right now after finding this. :-) I always wished as a kid i could have his job lol.
jadrtr 1 year ago