Regardless of the devastation caused by two earthquakes, the Colosseum remains to stand as a timeless icon of Roman architecture. It is a must-see attraction for anyone who visits the Eternal City, as it brings the most commonly used visual […]
What stands out as the visual symbol of Rome for you? More often than not, the answer is the Colosseum. With its stunning arches curving around to create its stupendous elliptical shape, the Colosseum is a major tourist attraction. It […]
Few institutions conjure up such images of grandeur, mystic, and religiosity as the Vatican. The independent city-state of Vatican City is not only a power house of modern religion, it’s also a hotspot for unmatched art and architecture, boasting works […]
Just as stadiums are now filled with thousands of roaring fans for music concerts and sports entertainment, the Colosseum would be chock-full with the deafening boom of the audience as they cheered on (or lamented) the happenings within the pit […]
Here is a quick trivia question for you: What is the most iconic visual symbol for Rome and the Roman Empire? Answer: The Colosseum. We see it on T-shirts and on all kinds of souvenirs. We see it in movies […]
Once Rome’s primary papal residence, the St. John Lateran basilica is the oldest basilica in Rome. Its historical and religious status has earned this major basilica the name of “archbasilica” – a title given to very few basilicas by the […]
While Rome is home to many beautiful churches, four major papal basilicas rule supreme, symbolizing the cornerstone of Roman and religious history, art, and culture. Hard to miss when traversing the Eternal City’s windy roads, the major basilicas in Rome […]
A lot of cities are given nicknames. Some people argue over what the ‘City of Lights’ is, or the ‘City that never sleeps’ or ‘The City of love’. But it seems to be embedded into a globalized cultural ‘concrete’, that […]
Visiting Rome is a wonderful experience, but it can be negatively impacted by long queues that form during peak tourist seasons to access the main attractions. It is important to be advised that most of Rome’s points of interest are […]
Let us say that you have found yourself in the most magnificent situation. You are currently planning a trip to Rome, Florence and Venice, with a full week to be able to cover three cities that make the list of […]
