Monticello From The West Lawn – The “Nickel View”
Thomas Jefferson built and modified his beloved Monticello over a 40 year time span creating a masterpiece of architectural design and a World Heritage site that is one of the most iconic homes in the country.
West Lawn Portico
Monticello was built on the top of a mountain where Jefferson roamed as a boy. Over a 2 year period the mountaintop was leveled in order to create the perfect location for his dream home. The name Monticello is Italian that translates as “little mountain”.
View From The South Terrace
The elevated location of Monticello affords magnificent views of the surrounding Virginia countryside. On a clear day one can see landmarks up to 45 miles away.
Garden Pavilliion Where Jefferson Would Sit And Admire His Gardens And The Views
Criticized and ridiculed during it’s construction Monticello has become one of the nation’s most recognized homes.
West Portico From South Terrace
The design of Monticello was rooted in neoclassical design and was Jefferson was greatly influenced by Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio.
Classical Lines Of Monticello’s South Side
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