There are many famous people from Rome. Some you may know about; others you have definitely heard of but chances are you didn’t know they are from Rome; and a few more you have probably never heard of before. If you are curious to find out who are the most famous people from Rome – … Read more
One of the things that make Rome the incredible city that it is are the many statues you’ll be able to spot – real works of art by world-famous artists such as Bernini and Michelangelo, to name a few. Free to admire in the most important Rome piazzas and streets; located inside beautiful churches; or … Read more
There are more than 2000 fountains in Rome. While the most famous fountains in Rome are monumental, decorative ones placed in the best-known squares of the historic center, leaving visitors amazed day-in, day-out; others – known as “nasoni” – are more functional ones and only meant to provide drinking water to locals and tourists. Fountains … Read more
There are many gorgeous piazzas in Rome. Some are worldwide famous – popular spots in the historic center of town you will come across or specifically visit when in the Italian capital. Others squares in Rome are lesser known, but equally splendid. Many Rome squares are home to gorgeous fountains, beautiful churches and other monuments. … Read more
The capital of Italy is one of the most visited cities in the world, not to mention one of the oldest ones. Affectionately called “Caput Mundi” – head of the world, in Latin – Rome is a city of many wonders, with a unique vibe and so much to see and do that you can’t … Read more
Roman mythology is packed with interesting stories that help explain the many beliefs of the Romans, and how they thought their city was born and their civilization developed. Rome myths also help us shed light into the many changes in the religion followed by the Romans – from the time Romans followed the main beliefs … Read more
Although today Rome is the main center of Catholicism, ancient Romans were actually polytheistic, and worshipped a number of Roman Gods and Goddesses whom they believed helped them succeed in their daily life and – most importantly – helped them achieve the objective to become rulers of much of the known world. Most of the … Read more
Rome is one of the most famous global cities. Once the center of the vast Roman Empire and now the capital of Italy, this city is full of ancient monuments, grand Baroque buildings, charming streets, and endless discoveries to be made. Many people have come and gone over the centuries. And whether they’ve lived in … Read more