BrowsingRome Blogging about my experiences and sharing my thoughts about Rome, Italy and beyond
This past week has been excruciating hot in Rome and it came as no surprise when it was announced that this has been the hottest June in 230 years. This year, the weather in Rome has been radical, with snow in February and now with this heatwave we are experiencing. It’s expected to last until Sunday ... Read More »
Tag Archives: Attractions
Attraction in Rome: St. Paul Outside-The-Walls
June 19, 2012
It was by chance that we stopped by this lesser known attraction in Rome as my niece was having her piano recital in the vicinity (this story is for another day). We often drive by St. Paul Outside-The-Walls and while I would have a few seconds to admire this stunning Basilica, the last time I ... Read More »
Behind The Scenes at the Vatican Museums
June 14, 2012
Together with a group of bloggers, BrowsingRome was invited to join the VIP Access – Vatican Behind the Scenes and Sistine Chapel Tour with Walks of Italy. I am grateful to Walks of Italy for this invitation as it was an incredible and memorable experience. It was an extremely crowded day at the Vatican but ... Read More »
Photo Essay Part 2: Matera, Italy – Cave Hotel, Piazza, Festival and More
June 11, 2012
Don’t let Matera fool you. This ancient town has done a fabulous job in bringing alive it’s past that there are more things you can see here that can be covered in a day. A visit to Matera is usually done as a day trip from Puglia and honestly, that was our initial plan too. ... Read More »
The Trulli of Alberobello
June 4, 2012
I was immediately fascinated with the trulli once I found out about them and though most Italians are aware of them, I had only heard about them after two years of living here in Italy. Trulli are found in the Apulia region in Southern Italy. This region is still relatively unknown compared to the central ... Read More »
You Don’t Have to be the Zuckerbergs to visit Rome
May 30, 2012
As all you may have heard, the Zuckerbergs were in Rome for their honeymoon last weekend but you don’t have to be a billionaire to visit Rome. There are plenty of options available here in the Eternal City that regardless of your budget, you will still get the most out of vacation. Here are some ... Read More »
Attraction in Rome: Santi Quattro Coronati
March 12, 2012
This attraction in Rome for me is a haven when you need to get away from the “busy-ness” of the city. While the book, “The Secrets of Rome” describes Santi Quattro Coronati as ” a gigantic fortress appears, powerful…” and the walk up from the Colosseum do give you the sense of this, it’s a ... Read More »
Glimpse of 3 Tuscan Towns in 24 Hours
March 6, 2012
This past weekend, as we spent time with friends in Tuscany, we also visited 3 Tuscan towns we have never been too before. It’s unfortunate that we are always short on time and only manage a glimpse of them. However, a glimpse and stroll through these Tuscan towns are nonetheless fascinating. I can’t put my ... Read More »
Attraction in Rome: Palazzo Valentini
February 28, 2012
What is fascinating about this attraction in Rome is not the Palazzo itself but what lies beneath and how with the use of technology, these ruins are brought to life. I had heard about Palazzo Valentini from my sister-in-law who was arranging a trip for my niece and her classmates. She had mentioned that with ... Read More »
Attraction in Rome: St. Peter in Chains
February 24, 2012
This attraction in Rome, St. Peter in Chains (San Pietro in Vincoli) is only a short walk from Colosseum but often overlooked by visitors to the city. I, myself, am guilty as I first heard about St. Peter in Chains from the book “The Secrets of Rome” which I got as a gift last Christmas. ... Read More »