The Bird’s the Thing Every continent has a form of “thanksgiving:” Africa has Kwanzaa, India has Pongal and China has the August Moon Festival. Even in Italy, when the country still was a predominantly agricultural society, the time of harvest was associated, from north to south, with celebrations and fairs, some of which are still alive today. This […]
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TOP 35 THINGS TO DO IN ROME, ITALY
As the years are passing, more and more secrets of Rome become a very popular point for visitors. The hidden gems of Rome are not so hidden anymore. Rome, the Eternal city is like a museum that you have to spend a few days to explore. This museum has many […]
8 years have passed since the Amatrice earthquake that devastated Central Italy
It’s been seven years since the earth trembled. We’re talking about one of the darkest and saddest days in central Italy’s history. Years pass, yet the memory remains—It’s still all sadly incised in my memory. A large portion of our country has been infamously wrecked and razed to the ground […]
No-cost wonders: Navigating Rome’s free sights
Rome, the Eternal City, is a destination that effortlessly blends ancient history with vibrant modern life. While its rich variety of culture, art, and architecture is enough to captivate any traveler, the cost of exploring such a renowned city can sometimes be a concern. But exploring Rome doesn’t have to […]
Lake Bolsena ( Activities )
Lake Bolsena is sometimes called Italy’s belly button from its shape and location in the middle of the peninsula. It is located about 100 km north of Rome and is surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of Northern Lazio, sometimes called Tuscia, and has borders close to Umbria and Tuscany as well. […]
Sampietrini in Rome: as iconic as the Cupolone
Sampietrini in Rome is the peculiar, dark cube-shaped stones that pave the roads of the capital. The Roman cobblestoned streets are unmissable. And they are not hard to spot, as most of the main roads as well are being covered by them in the city center. Cobblestones in Rome are […]
Rome’s Romantic Fountains
Fountains in Rome might be some of the best sights you have to see. But you won’t be able to see all 280 of them, so here are our 5 not-to-be-missed.
Rome: The Pantheon
The Pantheon is the oldest intact structure still standing from the Greco-Roman world and has been used completely throughout history.
Wines of the Castelli Romani
Types of wines produced in the Castelli Romani area, not far from Rome.
Castel Sant’Angelo
Info and curiosities about Castel Sant’Angelo in Rome.