"Little stories behind big events in history...." Rome by belgianchocolate

Rome Travel Guide: 13,939 reviews and 24,429 photos

I enjoyed Rome a lot...
I had great fun reading about this city
in advance and even afterwards...

Building a page on Rome?
It wasn't on my mind.
That would be tip 300 on the Trevi-fountain.
And page 574 with the same tips.....

I changed my mind.
There are so many interesting stories
I ran into. I wanted to find more.
And yes , this page isn't finished.
It is only a modest attempt to try
to reveil some of Rome's
fascinating history
that even continues today.

Pros and Cons

Cons:This page is not finished...Rome wasn't build in a day either.

Last visit to Rome: Jul 2004
Intro Updated Aug 16, 2004
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609 - oxes and the Pantheon Things to Do (30)

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1658 - twin churches. Things to Do (30)

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1589 - The Flaminio Obelisk Things to Do (30)

If you have ver been in Rome you know there are a lot of 'obelisks' decorating the squares. Well if you rule the world... more travel advice

Mercato Andrea Doria! Shopping (10)

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Restaurants (6)
See All Keep the best for last...
Transportation (4)
See All Take the bus
Tourist Traps (3)
See All Don't expect too much...

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Nightlife (1)
Laid back - relax...
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Written Jun 29, 2004

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Comments (24)

lottalund44 Jan 14, 2010 at 12:34 AM Report Abuse

Great pages. Will be travelling to Rome next week/Lotta
antonela Apr 13, 2009 at 1:55 PM Report Abuse

Interesting pages, beautiful photos. You are an intellectual traveller. And obviously you like to see beyond. Tanti saluti.
abarbieri Feb 3, 2008 at 7:30 AM Report Abuse

Frank, where did you get this information about the St.Prassede Church in Rome? It all sounds new to me but I will make further research to find out more. Regards, Antonio
craic Jul 9, 2007 at 5:16 AM Report Abuse

The tortoise is done. BTW great page!
rdorekens Mar 6, 2006 at 5:25 PM Report Abuse

Great tips! We are going to Rome during Easter..enjoyed reading your beautiful pages. Kiss Antwerp for me
ta2to2a Apr 27, 2005 at 1:09 PM Report Abuse

nice page
Jenniflower Mar 22, 2005 at 12:46 AM Report Abuse

limoncello sounds delicious ~ interested to see all your shopping trips are food stores! lol I am going to Rome for the first time in August, and will look again closer to the time, thanks for such lovely writing and a fresh insight ~ Jen ~
Ciambella Mar 11, 2005 at 12:48 AM Report Abuse

Love the way you approach the city, from unusual angles but with details and accuracy. A great job, Frank.
vysnaite Feb 20, 2005 at 7:26 AM Report Abuse

Fantastic page, I've added some new "must sees" for my next trip in Rome, even if I have been there already a couple of times. I really enjoyed reading, thanx! =)
CALSF Feb 6, 2005 at 6:15 PM Report Abuse

I am planning on returning to Rome soon and loved all of your tips. Your restaurant tips are so detailed with lots of great pics and your must-see tips are not only accurate but each has its own personal stories. Thanks again, Frank!