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The '''Palazzo Laterano,''' formally the '''Apostolic Palace of the Lateran''' (Italian: ''Palazzo Apostolico Lateranense''), is an ancient palace of the [[Roman Empire]] and later the main Papal residence for over a thousand years. It is the location of a [[Lair of Romulus]] in ''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''.
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===Pre-papal use===
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The site on which the Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano sits was occupied during the early Roman Empire by the domus of the Plautii Laterani family. The Laterani served as administrators for several emperors; Lucius Sextius Lateranus was the first plebeian to attain the rank of consul. One of the Laterani, Consul-designate Plautius Lateranus, became famous for being accused by Nero of conspiracy against the emperor. The accusation resulted in the confiscation and redistribution of his properties.
The '''Lateran Palace''' (Italian: ''Palazzo Laterano''), formally the '''Apostolic Palace of the Lateran''' (Italian: ''Palazzo Apostolico Lateranense''), is a landmark in [[Rome]]. Originally an ancient palace of the [[Roman Empire]], it later became the main [[Papacy|Papal]] residence for over a millennium. By the early 16th century, the palace had fallen into disrepair. The [[Followers of Romulus]] used the palace to hide one of their [[Scrolls of Romulus|scrolls]], although the building itself was left unguarded.


===Constantinian era===
==History==
The ''Domus Laterani'' fell into the hands of the emperor when Constantine I married his second wife Fausta, sister of Maxentius. Known by that time as the ''Domus Faustae'' or "House of Fausta," the structure was eventually given to the Bishop of [[Rome]] by Constantine. The actual date of the gift is unknown but scholars believe it had to have been during the pontificate of Pope Miltiades, in time to host a synod of bishops in 313 that was convened to challenge the Donatist schism, declaring Donatism as heresy. The basilica of the ''domus'' was converted and extended, eventually becoming the cathedral of Rome, the seat of the popes as patriarchs of Rome.
Originally a palace during the Roman Empire, the Lateran was the home of the Laterani family who served as administrators for many Roman emperors. Eventually [[Constantine I]] himself took control of the building when in a final act of juvenile dominance over his rival, he married [[Maxentius]]' sister, [[Fausta]], who possessed the deed at the time.<ref name="Database">''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]'' – [[Database: Palazzo Laterano]]</ref>
===10th century restoration===
In the tenth Century Sergius III restored it after a disastrous fire, and later it was greatly embellished by Innocent III. This was the period of its greatest magnificence, when Dante speaks of it as beyond all human achievements. At this time the centre of the piazza was occupied by the palace and tower of the Annibaldi family. Between this palace and the Lateran basilica was the equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius, which at the time was erroneously believed to represent the Christian Emperor Constantine (which association probably accounted for its preservation). A copy of the equestrian statue is now placed in the centre of the Capitoline Square while the original has been safely preserved for display in the nearby Capitoline Museums.<br />In its place, an obelisk was erected. Originally commissioned by Pharaoh Tuthmosis III, it was completed by his grandson, Tuthmosis IV. At 32.18 m (45.70 m including the base) it is the tallest obelisk in Rome and the largest standing ancient Egyptian obelisk in the world, weighing over 230 tons. Following the annexation of Egypt to the Empire, it was taken from the temple of Amun in Karna and brought to Alexandria with another obelisk by Constantius II. From there it was brought on its own to Rome in 357 to decorate the ''spina'' of the Circus Maximus. The dedication on the base however, gives the glory to Constantine I, not to his son who brought it to Rome.


The whole of the front of the palace was taken up with the ''Aula Concilii'' ("Hall of the Council"), a magnificent hall with eleven apses, in which were held the various Councils of the Lateran during the medieval period. The private apartments of the popes in this palace were situated between this ''Triclinium'' and the city walls.
In the 4th century, the Lateran became the principal Papal residence, but lost favor after two fires in 1307 and 1361.<ref name="Database" />


===Avignon Papacy===
In August 1503, the [[Assassins|Assassin]] [[Ezio Auditore da Firenze]] entered the Lateran Palace to retrieve the hidden scroll, which helped him to recover the fabled [[Armor of Brutus]]. Ezio returned to the palace later that month, this time to assassinate the corrupt Minim priest, [[Ristoro]], in the palace's courtyard.<ref>''Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood''</ref>
The fall of the palace from this position of glory was the result of the departure of the popes from Rome during the Avignon Papacy.
 
Two destructive fires, in 1307 and 1361, did irreparable harm, and although vast sums were sent from Avignon for the rebuilding, the palace never again attained its former splendour. When the popes returned to Rome they resided first at Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere, then at Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, and lastly fixed their residence at the [[Vatican]]. Sixtus V, more concerned with rationalized urban planning than the preservation of antiquities, then destroyed what still remained of the ancient palace of the Lateran in 1586 and erected the present much smaller edifice in its place.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*The music played in this area is "Acre Underworld" from ''[[Assassin's Creed]]''.
*The music played in this area is "Acre Underworld" from ''[[Assassin's Creed]]''.
*The Lateran is one of the few locations where Ezio can find an extremely rare [[Trade objects|trade item]], the Shrunken Head.


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Palazzo Laterano - Room of the Saints concept art.jpg|Palazzo Laterano - Room of the Saints concept art
Palazzo Laterano Enterance concept art.jpg|Entrance to the Lateran Palace
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Sixth day 7.png|A ruined room in the Lateran
Sixth day 12.png|Another ruined room
Sixth day 14.png|The ruined chapel
Sixth day 13.png|The blocked shrine
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==Appearances==
*''[[Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood]]''


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The Lateran Palace (Italian: Palazzo Laterano), formally the Apostolic Palace of the Lateran (Italian: Palazzo Apostolico Lateranense), is a landmark in Rome. Originally an ancient palace of the Roman Empire, it later became the main Papal residence for over a millennium. By the early 16th century, the palace had fallen into disrepair. The Followers of Romulus used the palace to hide one of their scrolls, although the building itself was left unguarded.

History[edit | edit source]

Originally a palace during the Roman Empire, the Lateran was the home of the Laterani family who served as administrators for many Roman emperors. Eventually Constantine I himself took control of the building when in a final act of juvenile dominance over his rival, he married Maxentius' sister, Fausta, who possessed the deed at the time.[1]

In the 4th century, the Lateran became the principal Papal residence, but lost favor after two fires in 1307 and 1361.[1]

In August 1503, the Assassin Ezio Auditore da Firenze entered the Lateran Palace to retrieve the hidden scroll, which helped him to recover the fabled Armor of Brutus. Ezio returned to the palace later that month, this time to assassinate the corrupt Minim priest, Ristoro, in the palace's courtyard.[2]

Trivia[edit | edit source]

  • The music played in this area is "Acre Underworld" from Assassin's Creed.
  • The Lateran is one of the few locations where Ezio can find an extremely rare trade item, the Shrunken Head.

Gallery[edit | edit source]

  • Palazzo Laterano - Room of the Saints concept art
    Palazzo Laterano - Room of the Saints concept art
  • Entrance to the Lateran Palace
    Entrance to the Lateran Palace
  • Lateran Palace concept art
    Lateran Palace concept art
  • A ruined room in the Lateran
    A ruined room in the Lateran
  • Another ruined room
    Another ruined room
  • The ruined chapel
    The ruined chapel
  • The blocked shrine
    The blocked shrine

Appearances[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood – Database: Palazzo Laterano
  2. ↑ Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood
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