Located near the Quirinal Hill is the freestanding Trajan’s Column, which stands proudly at a height of 35m in Trajan’s Forum. This column was erected to commemorate the Roman Emperor Trajan’s victory in the Dacian Wars. Its spiral bas relief magnificently depicts the epic wars that took place between the Dacians and Romans. You should definitely see the 20 colossal Carrara marble drums when you visit. Each weigh a whopping 32 tonnes, and they look absolutely intimidating. Don’t forget to climb up the interior of the shaft, where a spiral staircase awaits you. The staircase has 185 steps and is carved entirely out of stone. Once you make it all the way to the top, you will be treated to a marvellous view of Rome. But the main attraction here would be the intricate carvings of war which can be found on the spiral column itself. The carvings are so meticulously done, that you can even spot unique details such as weapons, armour, ships and even troop formations. This is truly a tour de force!