Monthly Archives: March 2012
Have you heard about Vatileaks?
There are rumblings taking place in the Vatican. In the middle ages it was common for intrigue and behind the scenes politics to dominate the Vatican as cardinals jostled to strengthen their position to be the next pope. It looks … Continue reading
Michelangelo Biography
A brief Biography about Michelangelo. With this we have also made a video of Michelangelo’s life. http://youtu.be/xZGVQB2I5WI Michelangelo Bounarroti was born in Florence in 1475. Michelangelo’s mother died when he was only 5 years old leaving him with a father … Continue reading
Things to do in Rome in April
April is a great time to come to Rome as it is not only one of the most pleasant months of the year in terms of weather, the flowers are blooming and the place is a wealth of events, celebrations … Continue reading
Tours of Rome
We have recently put up a video of Roman Empire Tours tour’s through out Rome. We hope that you enjoy it and think of us if you are ever planning a trip to Rome. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmo4Ef9TtS0 We do three tours of … Continue reading
Campo Dei Fiori, Rome Italy
Campo Dei Fiori translated from Italian means “field of flowers”. The square is famous for a number of reasons, it’s namesake flowers among them, but the piazza has a lesser-known dark history as well. In the year 1600 Giordano Bruno was burnt … Continue reading
Trevi Fountain
The only disappointing thing about about the Trevi Fountain is its name. “Fontana di Trevi” simply means ‘three street fountain.’ It is so-named simply because three streets lead up to it. Other than the unimaginative naming, the Trevi Fountain is … Continue reading