Tomb of Cecilia Metella Rome
The sarcophagus of Caecilia Metella was placed in the central cell. If you look up halfway at the cylindrical body, you can see an inscription. Translated, it reads “To Caecilia Metella, daughter of Q
The sarcophagus of Caecilia Metella was placed in the central cell. If you look up halfway at the cylindrical body, you can see an inscription. Translated, it reads “To Caecilia Metella, daughter of Q
Enjoy the amazing artwork from several famous artists, architects and sculptors. Including Raphael, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Caravaggio, Pinturicchio, Andrea Bregno, Guillaume de Marcillat and Donato Bra
Villa of the Quintilii had large thermal baths with two thermal chambers with expansive windows and polychrome marbles. It had a circular medium sized amphitheatre as well as huge residential areas. T
Trastevere is a real neighborhood full of character thanks to its narrow cobbled streets lined by beautiful vine-covered buildings with rich colors. It is an ideal place to explore and wander.
Rome is a magical place to me. It actually makes you forget about everything and puts you in a place that few get to enjoy. It is enchanting, exciting, eclectic and romantic.
Here a few of the most popular must see attractions in Rome. There are countless churches you can visit that will leave your mouth open with their grandeur.
Truly spectacular museums/monuments. The Pantheon is free and offers a glimpse into Rome's original history
Rome is a romantic city filled with history, food, priceless artwork and much more.
Barberini Palace Rome National Gallery of Ancient Art in Barberini Palace If you love art and architecture but hate crowds, then this is the place for you. Barberini Palace is not a big tourist attraction. I do not understand the reason for it, however I feel it is worth the visit to see the i...
Continue reading »Church of San Luigi dei Francesi Rome Church of San Luigi dei Francesi is located real close to the Pantheon and Piazza Navonne. The architect was Giacomo della Porta and Domenico Fontana built it between 1518 through 1589. Antoine Dérizet restored the interior between 1749 through 1756. ...
Continue reading »Trajans Column Rome Trajans Column - Via del Foro di Traiano, Rome, Italy You can see the Trajans column from a bit away as you walk down the street. It is located in Trajan's Forum, close to the Quirinal Hill, just north of the Roman Forum. It’s just a short walk from the Roman forum an...
Continue reading »Piazza Barberini Rome Piazza Barberini near Via Veneto, Rome, Italy Via Veneto and Piazza Barberini used to be the center of attention during the Dolce Vita period. Many major streets join together in Piazza Barberini Rome. The Piazza is most famous for Bernini's Fountain of the Triton...
Continue reading »Cat Sanctuary Rome Largo di Torre Argentina For all Feline lovers; this will be the highlight of the trip! Children will love it! Furry feline friends; playing, hiding and hanging out between the ruins of ancient Rome. The cracks and holes have a long in years always given shelter to these...
Continue reading »Time Elevator Experience Rome a 3D movie and simulated ride For all those who enter the Time Elevator, they will be taken back in to Roman history when Romulus and Remus founded the city! You will learn about the Roman Empire’s victories, defeats and battles; the rise and fall of the Roman E...
Continue reading »Planetarium and Astronomical Museum Rome The Planetarium and Astronomical Museum Rome was established in 1928 and then was closed down in 1980 because unfortunately they needed the building for something else. A new Planetarium in another building was opened in May 2004, in Rome’s Eur district...
Continue reading »Explora Childrens Museum Rome Explora Childrens Museum Rome is a 2000 square meter huge pavilion situated on two floors, with interactive exhibits and workshops, which allow children to try out facts, reality and the usual everyday things to do, with their very own little hands. The tours at...
Continue reading »Bioparco di Roma Italy Zoo in Rome Spending a fun day at the zoo in Rome can give the whole family a break from monument sight-seeing. Not only will you see a lot of different animals in the zoo but there is also a playground for your younger ones and a petting zoo for kids! This roma...
Continue reading »National Roman Museum National Roman Museum is located near the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli and the Baths of Diocletian. The Italian Government transformed the palace into a museum in 1981. National Roman Museumis has four floors of beautiful artwork. There is some impressive sarcophag...
Continue reading »Piazza Navona during Christmas in Rome [caption id="attachment_4135" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Piazza Navona with the Christmas stands built up[/caption] Piazza Navona becomes the heart of the Roman Christmas market usually starting from the 1st of December until the 6th of Ja...
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