The Square Where Julius Caesar Was Assassinated Now Open to the Public in Rome

History enthusiasts will soon have the opportunity to visit the legendary site where Julius Caesar is believed to have met his tragic end, as Rome authorities unveil a new walkway on the ancient grounds this Tuesday.

Historical accounts, famously dramatized by William Shakespeare, recount how the Roman dictator was fatally stabbed by a group of disgruntled senators on the Ides of March, March 15, 44 BC.

Tradition holds that his death occurred in the heart of Rome’s Largo Argentina square, home to the ruins of four ancient temples.

These ruins are currently situated below street level and, until recently, were only visible from behind barriers near a busy traffic intersection.

Starting Tuesday, visitors will be able to explore the site from ground level along the newly opened walkway, offering a closer view of the ancient structures.

The restoration work at the site was funded by the Italian luxury brand Bulgari, with the location first uncovered and excavated during construction projects in Rome in the 1920s.

The area, near the spot where Caesar is said to have uttered “Et tu, Brute?” upon seeing his friend Brutus among his assassins, is now also home to a sanctuary for stray cats.