Via Giulia comes to mind when one thinks about the most glorious and significant events of the Eternal City. During the height of Papal and Vatican influence, this street was at its peak of importance. Today Via Giulia still remains a famous street however, known for its lively atmosphere, its typical Roman residents, as well as its art galleries and the antique shops. The old street has hardly changed at all. In its narrow and shady side streets, such as the Via Pellegrino, some of Rome's most lovely palaces can be seen. One of these is Palazzo Sacchetti, built in the beginning of 1542 when the architect Antonio Sangallo acquired a piece of land that was just right for the construction of a 'perfect palace' for himself and his family. Later the painter Francesco Salviati frescoed the central hall and world map room with scenes from the life of King David, without a doubt one of the most splendid works of Roman mannerism. Today Palazzo Spalletti offers two reception halls, with the capacity of 100 and 200 people, plus an ample area outside which can accommodate 200 guests.