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ANDIAMO! Here they come!!
This is one of the best photos I have seen of Rome - It is here through the courtesy of David Cenciotti - a man who is not only a professional aeronautics photographer, but David is a pilot with Italy's elite Air Force - visit him and view extraordinary work.
Coming to bella Roma? B R A V O !!
A grand lady - she is. Overwhelming - she can be..........
Know a little about her and you will not SEE her - you will EXPERIENCE her - she will be yours.
Open your heart to her - she will embrace you and enchant you.
No city in the world mirrors mankind's contradictions as 2,760 year old ROMA does - religion and raucousness - devotion and decadence. ROME - capital of the empire that conquered the entire Mediterranean, Holy See of the papacy, artistic focal point for masters the world over from the Renaissance on, open laboratory for architectural experimentation during the Baroque era - capital of Italy after 1870.
The official date for the founding of the city by Romulus and Remus is 753 B.C. Despite nearly three thousand years of invasions by Sabines, Gauls, Visigoths, Ostrogoths, Huns, Normans, German Landesknechte, Napoleon, and mass tourism - Rome survives, and in many respects handsomely. Constant use keeps buildings alive as well as wearing them down.
Each new culture left unique imprints on Rome. Follow the footprints - in Rome you will find what appeals to you - pick and choose what suits your fancy - extend your horizons and ride the Roman wave of adventure - find the avant garde among the ancient.
It is a city of countless churches and monuments - the only thing that might outnumber churches are bars - one on every corner and mid-block also. There is an abundance of exquisite fountains and faucets where Romans drink throughout the days, the water still coming in by way of the ancient aqueduct. There are the ancient ruins, palaces and villas at every turn, piazzas and obelisks - look right and you're missing something on the left.
NEWS FLASH - FCO Fiumicino Terminal ID system was changed October 23, 2009. See my Transportation tip for details.
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Rome WEATHER Forecast:
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Navigate maps & menus to your destination and to "trip planner"
Enter your dates, and you can also view averages for those dates in past years.*
Also: weather
See details on my Rome tips: ROME THINGS TO DO TIPS
See my ITALY page for useful general info - Italian language words/phrases, local customs and a great book on Italians and our life.
NEW TIPS ARE ALWAYS FIRST AS I FIND NEW THINGS TO DO EACH TIME I AM OUT AND ABOUT - TIPS ARE ADDED FREQUENTLY SO IF YOU HAVE BEEN HERE BEFORE, IT IS LIKELY THERE IS SOMETHING NEW.
ROME FOR KIDS and especially TEENAGERS are now grouped together
on the last page of ROME THINGS TO DO TIPS
as people write specifically seeking tips for kids - NOW YOU DON'T HAVE TO SCAN THROUGH ALL THE PAGES to find them - just go to the last page for tips for kids. |
|  | VATICAN NEWS FLASH - THE SISTINE CHAPEL WILL BE CLOSED SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2009.
Plan accordingly if you are to be in Rome from November 20 THROUGH November 23.
Friday, 11/20 and Monday, 11/23 will likely be crowded days as a result of this Saturday closure. There is a possibility that other rooms of the Vatican Museum may be closed on Friday, November 23. The Pope has invited artists for a special viewing. If your travel plans are set for this particular week, you may consider “skip the line” tickets at the Vatican Ticket Office.
Photo left: My First View of the Coloseum - AN AMERICAN IN ROME -
Did he just mumble - "I'm hung over - got clipped by this car - Lions I could deal with - but, this may be my day of demise - I don't think I'll survive these tourists - ah ha - those 3 on my left are ready to pounce!"
Italian Pasta Diet for Americans
Note - this is also listed on my Rome "Warnings Dangers Tips" - Culinary catagory. In the mood for a little levity - Beverly Hills Humor Travelogue just posted - enjoy..............
Pasta Diet
ITALIAN PASTA DIET
IT REALLY WORKS !!
1) You walk pasta da bakery.
2) You walk pasta da candy store.
3) You walk pasta da Ice Cream shop.
4) You walk pasta da Pizzeria.
5) You walka past da table and fridge.
Also
CONCERNED ABOUT TOO MANY CARBS IN YOUR DIET?
For those of you who watch what you eat, here's the final word on nutrition and health.
It's a relief to know the truth after all those conflicting medical studies.
1. Japanese are known to eat very little fat and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
2. Mexican people may eat a lot of fat and carbohydrates but still suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
3. Chinese people generally drink very little red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
4. The Italians may drink excessive amounts of red wine and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
5. German people drink a lot of beer and eat lots of sausages and fats and suffer fewer heart attacks than Americans.
CONCLUSION:
Eat and drink what you like.
Speaking English is apparently what kills you.
Select material contained in photos/tips by permission from Roberto Piperno for non-commercial use only - visit his site for the most complete, knowledgable, graphic and fascinating history of Rome - kindly tell Roberto that Carol referred you:
http://www.romeartlover.it/ |
The real name is Flavius amphitheatre but why does the whole world call it the Coliseum?
Perhaps he got the name from the enormous statue of the Emperor Nero, "the colossus" 35 metres high, which stood right next to the amphitheatre and has now been completely destroyed.
The ancient Coliseum gave spectators efficient weather protection with its ingenious roof covering - the "Velarium" - an enormous linen tarpaulin hung by a system of ropes, winches and wooden poles that girded the top of the outer wall. One hundred sailors from the Imperial fleet moved it in perfect synchrony to the beating of a drum.
After the VI century, with the Empire's decline, the Coliseum fell into disuse and its walls housed confraternities, hospitals, hermits and even a cemetery. From the Middle Ages onwards, the Coliseum has been one of the world's greatest marvels.
Take note of the scenes of avant among the ancient. They are side by side at every monument - we dig a foundation for a new building and discover ancient ruins -- so, our architects simply design the building around the newly discovered "monument" to the Eternal City. | | |
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| Pros: | "Tutto bene - love it all - people, art, monuments, food, wine......." | | Cons: | "grafitti - although in all cities - it is somehow more offensive here in Rome." | | In A Nutshell: | "Eternal gratitude to all who maintain the Eternal City." |
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Pawtuxet Thu Nov 5, 2009 15:12 UTC
cute jokes. I forwarded one to my husband. | puerto_lover Tue Nov 3, 2009 21:23 UTC
Oh my! I never did feed that ticket machine with the 1 Euros. | VeronicaG Mon Nov 2, 2009 23:22 UTC
Your restaurant tips are very descriptive, Carol. I shouldn't be reading over them so close to meal time--everything sounds so delectable! Too bad we didn't have time to try one while visiting Rome a couple weeks ago... | Aitana Sat Oct 31, 2009 14:27 UTC
Carol, I fully agree: the best view for me is from Sant Angelo Castle. Nice page and tips for a great city! |
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