TRIESTE was captured by the Romans in 178 BC and signs of their occupancy can be seen in the theatre off Corso Italia and the arch by Piazza Barbacan. The most interesting buildings date from the Habsburg era, the most beautiful being Miramare Castle which is set amid lush, nicely landscaped gardens, over-looking the sea. The primary museum is the Revoltella which houses a nice collection of nineteenth century elegant and stately home furnishings and Triestine paintings. The nearby Museo Sartorio whose featured highlight is the Santa Chiara triptych, is well worth a visit.