The Circus Maximus (in Italian Circo Massimo) is the giant racetrack of ancient Rome, situated on the left bank of the Tiber River, between the Palatine and Aventine hills, near the center of the modern city. The name The name Circo Massimo comes from the Latin Circus Maximus. One of the meanings of the word […]
New Year’s celebration in Rome may become one of the best experiences of your life! Just imagine the Eternal City full of lights and bright colors. Undoubtedly, it is an excellent idea to visit Rome on New Year’s Eve. Italians have unique traditions for the Christmas and New Year celebrations. What’s Rome Like for This […]
The Colosseum or Coliseum (Latin: Colossus – “huge,” Italian: Colosseo), also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre (Latin: Amphitheatrum Flavium), is perhaps the grandest construction in the history and culture of ancient Rome. It is located to the South of the central part of the Eternal City, just east of the Roman Forum. Built during the […]
During an Italian vacation, the main question that comes up in your mind is usually: “What to see in Rome.” There are many must-see places, and here you will find the top 30 tourist attractions you can visit in the Eternal City even if you have only one day. If you have 2-3 days, you can […]
Let’s travel through time! Are you interested in the history of Rome? Do you know anything about the rise of Christianity? Together we will make a fascinating journey to ancient Rome, its glory and monuments, and discover how it looked 2000 years ago: We are going to find out how Romans lived in ancient Rome […]
Located in the heart of the ancient city of Rome, the Arch of Janus holds a distinctive place in the architectural and historical landscape of the city. As the only surviving quadrifrons or four-faced, triumphal arch in Rome, it carries with it centuries of history and mystery. Thought to have been constructed in the 4th […]
The Basilica of Saint John in Lateran (San Giovanni in Laterano) is defined as “the mother of all churches in the world.” It represents the mixture between the Pagan and Christian eras. You should visit the museum, which collects precious liturgical furnishings, sculptures, and ornaments of an ancient basilica. It was the first Christian basilica […]
The Appian Way or Via Appia Antica in Rome is an ancient road built in 312 B.C. by Appius Claudius Caecus. The city’s gateway to the East connected Rome with Capua. It stretched from the Roman Forum 400 miles to Brindisi, where ships sailed to Egypt and Greece, and it served as a military and […]
Every year on 21 April, you can visit the Eternal City to enjoy amazing parades, open museums, impressive shows, and other remarkable events during the birthday of Rome party (Natale di Roma). Discover how old Rome is here. History Sources that reliably narrate about the times of the birth of Rome are now not found. […]
The Fountain of The Four Rivers (Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi) by Gian Lorenzo Bernini inaugurated in 1651. It was commissioned by Pope Innocent X and is located in the Piazza Navona in Rome. Statues of the fountain symbolize four significant rivers of that time: the Nile, the Ganges, the Danube, and the Rio de la […]
A genuine pearl among hundreds of different fountains in Rome is considered to be the Trevi Fountain (Italian: Fontana di Trevi). Majestic and spectacular sightseeing is more like a scene from an ancient play, made in stone, rather than a clean water source. The fountain’s perfect location and incredible beauty attract thousands of visitors to the […]
Rome is one of the most beautiful cities globally, with the most significant number of monuments, squares, churches, attractions, and artworks. Certainly 3 days in Rome isn’t enough to see everything the city has got to offer, but it’s certainly enough to see all the highlights if you manage your time effectively. Here is the […]
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