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Rome’s famous Trevi fountain has been astounding visitors for centuries, including Charles Dickens who described it as a ‘silvery sight to the eye and ear’. Indeed the amount of gushing water it produces makes it heard before it is seen. The fountain is always crowded with visitors and I can assure you of this. The ... Read More »
Tag Archives: Rome
Is this Umbria or Tuscany?
April 19, 2010
Not really. This place is only 10 minutes out of Rome where they sell organic food, offer horse-riding lessons and restaurant which serves food that they produce. It was our first time there and it feels as if you are somewhere in Umbria or Tuscany. The final stretch of the road going there was unpaved ... Read More »
Spring is here in Rome…
April 16, 2010
and so are the crowds! If you are planning to be in Rome in the next couple of months, be prepared for the crowds. When I was on the bus this morning to Piazza Venezia, I was surprised to see Via Fori Imperiali was completely packed. There were many tour groups and I really don’t ... Read More »
Piazza Navona – taken for granted
April 16, 2010
I must confess that I often pass by Piazza Navona and when I am in a hurry, I often take for granted this magnificent piazza which attracts tourists from all four corners of the world. Occasionally, I would eat my packed lunch sitting on the bench in the Piazza while enjoying the surroundings and watching ... Read More »
Termini Station under renovations
April 15, 2010
If you are in Rome and taking public transportation, it is likely that you will be going through Termini Station. Please keep in mind that renovations to Termini started on April 15th and consequently, some entrances to both the Metro Lines (Line A and B) are closed. A friend who takes a train to Rome ... Read More »
A market near Circo Massimo in Rome, Italy
April 15, 2010
This past Sunday, we were planning to spend the day at Ostia which is a seaside town near Rome. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t quite cooperate so we decided to do something around Rome. After all, we live in Rome and there are plenty of things to do and see here. We finally decided on going ... Read More »
Rome fetes kids’ favourite Blake
April 13, 2010
If you are in Rome, don’t forget to stop over at the Casina di Raffaello at Villa Borghese to view the exhibition of Quentin Blake. The exhibition will continue until June 6th. [Read more…] Read More »
Attractions in Rome: Pantheon – Grandeur of ancient Rome
April 12, 2010
One of the top attractions in Rome, the Pantheon is one of the most complex and beautiful buildings in the world and truly captures the grandeur of ancient Rome magnificently. Positioned in a perfect setting, the magnificent Pantheon faces Piazza della Rotunda with a central fountain and steps supporting the small obelisk from the Temple ... Read More »
Colosseum in Rome
April 12, 2010
‘Did you see the Colosseum in Rome?’ I mean seriously, if you told your friends or family that you went to Rome, Italy this would probably be the first thing they ask. In my opinion, no visit to Rome is complete without stopping at the Colosseum. Read More »
Pasquetta in Rome
April 8, 2010
“Pasquetta” when literally translated into English means ‘Small Easter”. It is the holiday after Easter Sunday and many people here in Rome take the opportunity to leave the city for a day trip. Often, friends would get together for a picnic and take advantage of the arrival of Spring. People always hope for good weather ... Read More »