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Things to do in Rome in August
Things to do in Rome in August! August is a very particular time in Rome and finding things to do can be difficult. The heat is at its peak and the city can be pretty stuffy. For this reason, most … Continue reading
Nightlife in Rome
Nightlife in Rome! Rome is not only steeped in history and culture but it is also a fantastic place for a night out! As a first- timer in Rome I was amazed at the variety of clubs and bars that … Continue reading
The Swiss Guards
The Swiss Guards are the world’s smallest army. They are in charge of looking after the pope and they act as watchmen for Vatican city. In 1506, 150 Swiss guardsmen arrived at the Vatican under Pope Julius II. At this … Continue reading
Mass times in St Peters Basilica and the Vatican.
Going to mass in St Peters Basilica is an incredible experience. St. Peters Basilica is officially the largest church in the world. Began by the Emperor Constantine in the year 324 A.D. and rebuilt by Pope Julius II in the … Continue reading
Romulus and Remus
Rome was said to have been bulit on the 21st of April, 753 B.C. Romulus and Remus were twins born to a Vestal Virgin and the semi mortal god, Herculeas. The Vestal Virgin was killed due to the fact that … Continue reading
The Emperor Nero
Here are ten things you may not have known about the Emperor Nero. 1. The Emperor Nero became Emperor when he was only 16 years old. He became such a tyrant that history books claim him to be the 1st … Continue reading
How to avoid the line into the Vatican and Sistine Chapel.
How to avoid the long line into the Vatican is quite easy. You must go on to the Vatican Museums official website by clicking the link. At the top of the page it will give you the option to purchase tickets online. … Continue reading
The Pieta in St Peters Basilica.
The Pieta by Michelangelo in Vatican City is probably the most recognisable statue in the world after the Statue of David in Florence. The two biggest suprises about this statue is the fact that Michelangelo sculpted the statue in under a year … Continue reading
How to avoid the line into the Colosseum.
How to avoid the line into the Colosseum is not a hard as you may think. I have been living here in Rome for 5 years and never once had I to stand in line at the Colosseum. The entrance … Continue reading
Spanish Steps Map
Where are the Spanish Steps? The Spanish Steps are located in the centro storico (historic center) of Rome, Italy. The steps lead up to the Church of the Holy Trinity, in Piazza di Spagna. How to get to the … Continue reading