Once called the Aelian Bridge, but renamed to Ponte Sant’Angelo in the 7th century after the Archangel Michael statue was added to the mausoleum.
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A 135 meters bridge built by Emperor Hadrian to link mausoleum to the city. It became a key route for pilgrims to St.Peter’s Basilica, later was adorned with 10 angel sculptures by Bernini during the Renaissance.