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Ancient Rome: Largo Argentina
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  • Written by Callavetta on Jun 12, 2004
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  • In the center of old Rome is a block of ruins and artifacts that has been taken over by the cats of Rome. Largo or Torre Argentina is now known as a cat sanctuary and is now regularly visited by folks who care for these inhabitants.

    Torre Argentina is located at the intersection of Via Arenula and Corso Vittorio Emanuele.

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    Christian Rome: San Luigi dei Francesi - Contarelli Chapel
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  • Written by Callavetta on Mar 26, 2005
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  • The Martyrdom of St. Matthew
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  • In the Church of San Luigi dei Francesi you will find this Caravaggio painting, "The Martyrdom of St. Matthew". I had read a biography of this painter shortly before my trip and I don't think it really occurred to me how great his talent really was until I saw the painting in person. A euro coin activated a light in the chapel and when turned on the painting took on a life of its own. Caravaggio's use of color and light was truly inspired.

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    Comments for Callavetta about Rome
    craic Wed Apr 29, 2009 21:53 UTC
     Aroman knows whereof he speaks.
    jumpingnorman Sun Feb 22, 2009 05:28 UTC
     Hi Katherine! Hope to see Riome someday...will be in Milan though this Sept...but I want to wear what the Romak Hunk Muffins are wearing...you think I can rent those? Hehehe, greetings from Arizona, Norman
    nicolaitan Thu Mar 20, 2008 01:52 UTC
     great page, terrific images of the forum area. i can't believe 2-3000 Euros ( not lire ) for buying knockoffs. Lest I forget, the wisteria and the forum is a world class image. And appreciate your smile for the etched in jello. N.
    sourbugger Thu Mar 13, 2008 15:55 UTC
     excellent page, can't believe i've not come across it before !
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