The 5 Best Day Trips From Rome
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by Roma Experience
3w ago
Curious about what lies beyond the Eternal City? Rome is surrounded by beautiful towns, and remarkable archaeological sites, which are much less crowded than most attractions in Rome. From gorgeous gardens to atmospheric Roman ruins, here are five of the best places to visit on your day trip from Rome: Ostia Antica The easiest day trip from Rome, Ostia Antica is a mere 30 minutes away. It’s a fascinating place – a vast archaeological site containing the remains of a Roman port town. Ostia Antica resembles – and possibly outstrips – Pompeii without the crowds, and is surprisingly well-preserved ..read more
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The Laocoon Group At The Vatican Museums
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by Roma Experience
3w ago
— Does punishment come to the good? One of the first things that enchant tourists when visiting Rome is the abundance of culture and the richness of symbols and history. A tour of Rome or Vatican Tour are never complete without listening to the stories behind every history piece. The best way to witness the greatness of the city is by a See Rome in a Day tour, but if you are an art enthusiast, getting lost in the Vatican museums might be the best thing to do. Even for the most educated of us, it can be quite hard to know what we are looking at all the time. It’s not the case of The Laocoon and ..read more
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EUR: Rome’s 1942 World Expo District
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by Roma Experience
3w ago
Rome’s Modernist marvel was designed to host a World Expo that never was, but the bustling business district today is home to museums, monuments, and more. The year is 1942. It has been two years since Italy joined the war as a member of the Axis powers, one year before it would switch to the side of the Allies with the Armistice of Cassibile. In November, Allied forces would land in North Africa, prompting the Germans to launch Operation Anton, in which Italy would occupy Corsica as part of its bid to ‘reclaim’ territories it deemed belonged to it. The Raid of Algiers would take place the fol ..read more
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Palazzo Farnese: More than an Embassy
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by Roma Experience
1M ago
The Palazzo Farnese is the seat of the French embassy in Italy, but it is so much more than that. The paradigm of High Renaissance art and architecture! When planning a trip somewhere, I can’t imagine that ‘embassy’ would figure as a top destination on one’s itinerary. But do read on, and you might just add this special site to your list of things to see when in Rome! There are many incredibly magnificent palaces in Rome. Some of them, like Palazzo Colonna you can visit privately. Some that are close to the public. The Farnese Palace (Palazzo Farnese) is the seat of the French embassy in Italy ..read more
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The Colours Of Ancient Rome
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by Rome Guide
1M ago
Far from being monochrome, Roman statues seem to have been brightly painted and adorned with decorations and jewels, just like their Greek predecessors. This revelation is shocking, and maybe even a little upsetting, if you’ve grown up with the idea of Ancient Rome being full of elegant white statues. The garish colours of the reconstructions may seem less aesthetically pleasing than the white marble on display in the Vatican Museums. Far from being monochrome, Roman statues seem to have been brightly painted and adorned with decorations and jewels, just like their Greek predecessors. This re ..read more
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Women of The Sistine Chapel: Divine Androgyny and God’s Right-Hand Woman
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by Roma Experience
1M ago
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling is respected, world-over, as a masterpiece; a triumph of artistic genius – and rightly. Stand below his 12,000ft of frescoes for just one breath and you’ll be hard-pressed to ever doubt mankind’s creative potential again. The Sistine Chapel ceiling is an astonishing work, and 500 years haven’t diminished its triumph a bit. A breadth of reverence for Michelangelo’s masterpiece is no new phenomenon; his contemporary and rival, Raphael (whom there was no love lost between), thought so highly of his work on the Sistine Chapel that he incorporated Michelangel ..read more
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Why The Belvedere Torso Should Be A Must-See On Your Vatican Tour
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by Roma Experience
1M ago
Every lover of Renaissance art is familiar with the magnificent frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, such as The Last Judgment and The Creation of Adam, the iconic scene showing God extending his finger towards Adam to offer the gift of life. But not many have yet come across that one piece of art that was crucial in inspiring the 33-year-old Michelangelo when he imagined several of the Chapel’s frescoes. That unique artifact, The Belvedere Torso, a marble sculpture dating from the 1st century BC or AD, is hosted by Museo Pio-Clementino of The Vatican Museums and can be seen displayed, fittingly ..read more
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Driving in Rome: A Compendium for Non-Italians
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by Christine B
1M ago
Let’s see, ummm where do I begin? Have you ever driven in the Indie 500? Ok, that’s a stretch, but as I mentioned in my blog “No Rules Apply: My Personal Account of Moving to Italy” driving and parking in Rome can be a feat. So get ready for some excitement. Don’t fear it, just think of it as an adventure and make sure your hands are on 10 and 2 at all times. Driving I measure my ability to drive by centimeters and seconds. And what I mean by that is: there is an understanding here amongst drivers that squeezing together in a symphony of sorts is the norm. Whoever is the most aggressive gets ..read more
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Off The Beaten Path Rome Tours: Exploring Testaccio
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by Roma Experience
1M ago
Colosseum tour, and a wander through famous spots like the Pantheon and Piazza Navona, it can be worth getting off the beaten track and seeing how the Romans really live. Exploring some of the city’s bustling, residential districts, in fact, is a great way to round off your Rome vacation. Testaccio Neigborhood One such neighborhood is Testaccio, a former working-class district now home to a young and trendy crowd, as well as an older generation steeped in the area’s traditions. At the start of the 20th century, its huge slaughterhouse was one of the biggest employers in the area, a fact which ..read more
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The Imperfect Perfection Of The Pantheon In Rome
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by Rome Guide
4M ago
Table of Contents: Introduction Celebrating the Enigmatic Double Facade Echoes of Humanity The Roman Architecture Tour Creating the Empire Tour In Conclusion Rome City Tours Introduction In a city renowned for its beautiful architecture, it takes something special to stand out. The Pantheon is one of the most iconic, instantly recognizable buildings in Rome and one of the greatest architectural achievements of all times — a vast unreinforced concrete dome with an oculus, and a monumental portico consisting of a pediment and rows of gigantic Corinthian columns. It’s been an inspiration to art ..read more
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