Piazza del Campidoglio is a historic square located on the Capitoline Hill in Rome, Italy. Designed by the renowned artist Michelangelo in the 16th century, the square features a unique trapezoidal shape and is surrounded by important buildings, including the Palazzo dei Conservatori and the Palazzo Nuovo. At the center of the piazza stands a replica of the equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius, an ancient Roman emperor. The square serves as a significant cultural and political site, housing the Capitoline Museums and offering stunning views of the Roman Forum below.