Quirinal, << KWIHR uh nuhl, >> Hill is the northernmost of the famous seven hills of Rome. It was named for the god Quirinus. Evidence of the ancient settlement of the Sabines has been found on this hill. There were many famous temples on the hill, including the oldest shrine of the god Jupiter. Julius Caesar had large gardens on the edge of the hill, and the emperor Constantine built a famous public bath there. In the A.D. 1500’s, a large palace and garden were built on the hill for the Roman Catholic popes. These were later used by the kings of Italy. The palace now serves as the official residence and offices of the president of the Italian Republic. See also Sabines.
