BrowsingRome Blogging about my experiences and sharing my thoughts about Rome, Italy and beyond
Here are a few pictures I took early on May 1st for the concert here in Rome at San Giovanni in Laterano. Preparations taking place before the concert at 3pm and crowds were already headed there before 8am. Read More »
New form of Rome transport?
April 30, 2010
I would never think of doing this myself because sharing the road with Roman drivers is terrifying enough and with such a fragile form of transportation, it’s out of the question for me. This picture was taken on Via del Corso. Read More »
Idea behind Pictures of Rome
April 30, 2010
This afternoon while browsing Rome, I saw many interesting things that I would like to share on the blog but it alone may not warrant a full post. As such, I decided to start a section on this blog called Pictures of Rome where I will have the opportunity to share with you photos that ... Read More »
The Roman Forum (Foro Romano)
April 30, 2010
Located in a valley between Palatine Hill and Capitoline Hill, the Roman Forum is one of the foremost archaeological sites in the world. Long before the first millennium, the forum was the center of political and cultural life for the Roman Empire. In the forum, you will come across dozens of temples, arches and other ... Read More »
Honest mistake or not?
April 29, 2010
This evening on my way to a yoga studio near Piazza Navona, I decided to step into the Museo di Roma which is located at Piazza San Pantaleo, 10. Once you step in there, you are treated to beautiful sculptures on display and I thought it would make for an interesting visit. I walked to ... Read More »
Browsing Rome with Silvia
April 29, 2010
My name is Silvia, I am 34 years old and I am a native Roman. I have always lived here because I love my city! I do love finding out one of its new hidden corners every day. I hold a University Degree in Foreign Languages and worked for many years for a US Tour ... Read More »
Susan Sarandon discovers Italian roots
April 29, 2010
Many Hollywood stars have Italian roots and recently Susan Sarandon discovered hers. Her great-grandfather was from a small town in Tuscany [Read more…] Read More »
The Musei Capitolini
April 29, 2010
The Musei Capitolini are located in the Palazzo Nuovo and the Palazzo dei Conservatori, both on the Piazza del Campidoglio but on opposite sides. They make an excellent introduction to Greek and Roman ancient history with their limited but relevant number of sculptures. On the north side, the Palazzo Nuovo designed by Michelangelo is considered ... Read More »
Spring fashion in Rome
April 28, 2010
I had fun observing how people dress a few days ago here in Rome because as much as we love Spring, it’s hard to figure out what’s the best way to dress. The first year I was here, my sister-in-law once mentioned that in Spring you see all types of clothes but I didn’t get ... Read More »
The smallest of Rome’s seven hills
April 27, 2010
The Campidoglio (Capitoline Hill) is the smallest of Rome’s seven hills and it was the religious and political center of the city since its inception 2500 years ago. The lovely Piazza Del Campidoglio was primarily the design of Michelangelo and dates back to the Renaissance. It sits majestically above the nearby Forum and was once ... Read More »