Plural of belvedere; roofed outdoor structures with open sides built specifically to provide beautiful views of gardens or landscapes.
Italian 'belvedere' from 'bello' (beautiful) and 'vedere' (to see), used since Renaissance times for architectural features that enhanced scenic views.
Every formal garden in Europe wanted a belvedere during the Renaissance—they were status symbols showing that you had enough land worth looking at from a special structure!
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