"The Via Appia Antica I" Rome Travelogue by martin_nl

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A part of the Appia Antica with original stones

We actually started our day going to the Pyramide of Caius Cestius, after which we also went to the Baths of Caracalla. From the Baths of Caracalla it is only a short walk to the start of the Via Appia Antica, the oldest paved road outside Rome. Of course there are just like the saying goes many roads to Rome, but to walk on this one is very special.

Porta di San Sebastian with the Museo della Murra

The road starts where the Aurelian walls end. In the wall is the Museo della Murra, which is very interesting to go to, so you can have a look at the history of the Aurelian walls and have a look from the towers at the beginning of the Via Appia Antica.

An arch right next to the Porta San Sebastiano

From the top of the Museo delle Murra you can see this nice arch. It is part of the earlier walls.

Chiesa Domine Quo Vadis?

Here you see the Chiesa Domine Quo Vadis? church. We just got in the church and when we wanted to get out about 50 people entered all at once. Yep you're right a bus just stopped in front of it.

San Callisto

View near the Catacombs of San Callisto

At the church the road splits into three directions. The most scenic would be to take the middle one. The right one will get you somewhere else, and the left one continues on the busy road.

When you take the middle one it will ead you to the Catacombs of San Callisto.

Circo Massenzio

Circo Massenzio chariot starting stalls

After the Catacombs of San Callisto, you continue on the same road and eventually you will get to the Circo Massenzio.

Circo Massenzio is really huge!

When going in May take along a book with you. And maybe a blanket and a picnic basket. You might think I'm cray, but you'll be glad I advised you. It is some peacefull and quiet here you have to experience it for yourself.

Part of a tower at the Circo Massenzio

This tower also belonged to the chariot starting stalls. Scientist believe this stadium was never finised nor used, but they could still make up the reason why it was built...horse racing.

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Page Updated Aug 22, 2003
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RoscoeGregg Nov 19, 2009 at 4:47 AM Report Abuse

Great Rome Tips! It is how rome is never enough time to see it all. Thanks For the Tips Randy
slothtraveller May 29, 2008 at 2:02 PM Report Abuse

That picture of the Coliseum at night looks amazing. Did you fit everything into 4 days easily? I am thinking of Rome as a possible destination for a trip soon. :-)
icunme Feb 9, 2008 at 12:35 PM Report Abuse

Outstanding photos and detail - Grazie, Carol
fdrich29 Sep 12, 2007 at 3:04 PM Report Abuse

Great Rome tips and pictures! There is so much to see!
zoegoddess Sep 11, 2006 at 9:07 AM Report Abuse

I've truly enjoyed browsing through your tips and pictures. Thanks for the fabulous ideas! Take care, Zoë
jennwerner Jun 16, 2006 at 1:09 PM Report Abuse

Loved all your pictures and tips. I will be going to Italy for my honeymoon late July. Your page is very helpful.
catnl Feb 4, 2006 at 8:43 AM Report Abuse

great tips maybe iam in rome in march 2006 fijn weekend!
Maurizioago Feb 1, 2006 at 2:06 AM Report Abuse

Very useful tips. I hope to spend some days in Rome at Easter. Ciao!
canadiantravelgirl Jan 20, 2006 at 6:40 AM Report Abuse

Great page!!! I will come back and read more soon!!
dmirebella Nov 5, 2005 at 2:01 PM Report Abuse

I agree with you Martin.. there's jz too many things to do in Rome! Excellent pages :-)