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The Caelian Hill ( Latin Collis Caelius, Italian Celio ) is one of the famous Seven Hills of Rome.

Under reign of Tullus Hostilius, the entire population of Alba Longa was forcibly resettled on the Caelian Hill.

According to a tradition recounted by Titus Livy, the hill received its name from Caelius Vibenna, either because he established a settlement there or because his friend Servius Tullius wished to honor him after his death.