I love Rome – to me it is an ideal mosaic of romance and history in the world. The city cannot be toured in a day, there are so many things to discover every time I return here. It’s a one giant outdoor museum that takes you to the past.
A FEW WORDS – Rome is the capital of Italy and the one of the oldest (history spans more than 2.500 years, since legendary founding in 753 BC) continuously occupied cities in Europe and the most popular attraction in Italy. And of course its historical centrum is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Almost everybody heard about fabulous Italian Renaissance or Baroque style. Famous artists and architects such a Michelangelo, Bramante, Raphael, Bernini lived and worked in Rome.
MY TOP – 5 must see places!
- COLOSSEUM –impressive and massive stone Flavian amphitheater (began 70 AD!). If you like famous movie Gladiator with Russell Crowe, this is where it all happened. I was surprise to learn that women were also gladiators, particularly during the NERO’s times .
- ROMAN FORUM and PALATINE HILL – was the central heart of the city life around which ancient Rome was developed. Here was the commercial, business and administration center of the city. In the past people met here to see their friends in local taverns or enjoy the soul of small markets or shops even to go to school!
- PANTHEON –the biggest brick dome in the history of architecture. It is MOST COPPIED and IMITATED of all ancient works. Michelangelo felt it was the work of angels…not men! It is a legendary place in the city’s history. According to Roman legend – it is the place where the founder of Rome- Romulus- at his death was seized by eagle and taken off into the skies with the God.
- VATICAN CITY – welcome to the SMALLEST country in the world! The Vatican Museums – more than 70.000 pieces can be seen in the exhibition here that is as large as 42.000 m2…unbelievable! Forget about seeing everything in a single visit. I suggest reserving tickets in advance. And do not miss Sistine Chapel – it is without doubt one of the greatest art treasures of all time. Millions of tourists from around the world come here every year to admire it!
- SAINT PETERS BASILICA in the Vatican City is the LARGEST church in the world! It can hold up to 60.000 people! Entrance is free but you need time and patience…hundreds of people waiting in line to enter!
Also very interesting places are Baths of Caracalla, Roman roads, Villa Borhgese, Hadrians Villa or Spanish Steps.
Here is a good opportunity to taste a ROMAN CUISINE – Rome became a major gastronomical place during the ancient Age famous for some high cuisine & some best chefs of that time. Why? Because they came here to work for the popes! You might not be a Pope but could still try some of the best Italian food here. Spaghetti alla carbonara is one of the typical Roman dish (spaghetti with bacon and eggs) or Saltimbocca alla Romana – a veal cutlet topped with raw ham and sage and simmered with wine and butter. Or how about fried artichokes or tender oxtail stew? ….and also pizzas taste very well! BUON APPETITO.
AND DO NOT FORGET – enjoy your morning cup of good Cappuccino (Italians never drink cappuccino in the afternoon) before you head for some shopping in Campo de Fiori or Via Veneto. And maybe you know Italian FASHION because Rome is also known as one of world fashion capitals although not as famous as Milan. All major luxury fashion houses and jewelers such as Bulgari, Fendi, Laura Biagiotti, Prada, Armani, Versace are represented around here…you can buy something in their boutiques in Via dei Condotti.
I could not wait to see my favorite TREVI Fountain (Fontana di Trévi) that is the largest and most famous Baroque fountain in Rome, or maybe even in the world! I love this gorgeous place from legendary movies ROMAN HOLIDAY and LA DOLCE VITA! Nice tradition here is to throw a coin into the water that shall guarantee you to return to Rome again. Unfortunately (now in January 2015) it is under complete reconstruction! But I believe that one day I will be back to see it shining again!
ladysighs
If would be hard to choose what to visit first. 🙂
Or what to leave out if you didn’t have time for all of it. 😦
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Kamila Pala
Oh, yes, it is not easy organize this tour 🙂 but it depends what you want or what you prefer. For example we started in front of Colosseum! Bye. Kamila
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alifemoment
Rome has a special place in my heart, I love the little streets in the center of Rome, it looks like the past and the present perfectly meet each other!
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Kamila Pala
Agree with you! 🙂 Bye. Kamila
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joylovestravel
I love Rome too!! Years since we’ve been there (too long) your gorgeous pictures make me think it’s time to organise a trip back Kamila!!
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Kamila Pala
Pleased you liked that, Joy! You can visit to Rome many times and never bored :)! Bye. Kamila
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RMW
Ahh… Roma… I only spent a few days in the city but it was certainly memorable… and when I studied archaeology the Roman Empire was my favorite era. Thanks for the photos. Too bad the Trevi was out of action.
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Kamila Pala
Roman Empire is my one of the favorite theme in history 🙂 I appreciate you enjoyed the photos 🙂 Bye. Kamila
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yprior1
well I guess it was “Baroque” so they had to fix it – ha! get it?
anyhow, lovely post – and did not know they do not have capps in the evening – only in the morning – but the favorite for me was the picture collage again 0 so nice Kamila 🙂 the up views – the meats – and this and that
have a nice day! 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Thanks for nice comment 🙂 The morning light is fantastic for beautiful shots…but the Rome in the night is also fantastic 🙂 Lovely weekend. Kamila
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yprior1
🙂
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LaVagabonde
Great photos of Rome, Kamila. I went there many years ago, so I’d love to go back and see it through older eyes.
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Kamila Pala
Thank you! 🙂 I think…all roads lead to Rome!
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julia streetstyle
I would like to visit Rome one day. Thanks for sharing the amazing photographs and your “TOP – 5 must see places!”
Have a nice weekend 🙂
XOXO Julia
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Kamila Pala
Hi, Julia 🙂 Pleased you liked that. I wish you beautiful visit in this fabulous city…as soon as possible 🙂 Bye. Kamila
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Indah Susanti
Your images are so lovely! Thanks for the review – I will visit Rome again but this time with my mom, your list refreshed my memory of Rome!!
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Kamila Pala
Thanks Indah! I think, in Rome everyone can choose what interests him – unique history, delicious food or great shopping 🙂 🙂 Bye. K
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YellowCable
Wonderful tips for the place and the pictures are wonderful. I am wanting to go there how 🙂
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Kamila Pala
I am glad you like the post 🙂 I think – all roads lead to Rome!!! Bye. Kamila
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Sue Slaght
We loved our time in Rome this year as brief as it was. Lovely photos.
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Kamila Pala
Thanks Sue 🙂 Rome is simply impressive and photogenic city! Have a nice weekend. Kamila
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Sartenada
I love Rome also. My favorite Place is Coliseum. After seeing the Gladiator by Russell Crowe, I search where gladiators were fighting.
Thank You for this splendid post.
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Kamila Pala
Hi, Sartenada 🙂 Agree with you – Colosseum is very impressive place…and I think everybody must love this unforgettable city 🙂 Bye. Kamila
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daniellajoe
Thanks for the tour it looks like a lovely city
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Kamila Pala
I am glad you liked the post 🙂 Rome is simply unique city! Lovely weekend. Kamila
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daniellajoe
thx!! and you too!! 🙂
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Rolling Harbour
Excellent! Brought some wonderful memories flooding back from 19xx… good grief, far too long ago. Time to go back! RH
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Kamila Pala
Sounds pretty good 🙂 and believe me that Rome is beautiful anytime!!! Bye. Kamila
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megtraveling
Rome is fantastic and your pictures are great – I always throw coins in the fountain so I hope that it is completed soon!
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Kamila Pala
Thanks, Meg! Pleased you like Rome and know the story about the Trevi fountain :)And I have to say that italian food , wine and coffee is excellent, too! 🙂 Bye. Kamila
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Dalo 2013
What a great write up ~ one of my favorite cities in the world, although it’s been a while and your post (and those incredible photos) tells me it is time to revisit. Cheers and safe travels!
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Kamila Pala
Thanks for nice comment (as always) 🙂 Rome has its charm, it just city must love everyone! I love local hospitality 🙂 Bye. Kamila
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lolaWi
Rome is beautiful and we enjoyed our stay there! your pictures are beautiful Kamila and interesting facts as well. hope to be back there someday 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Thank you, Lola! Could be nice to organize coffee “time” together 🙂 in Rome – someday! Bye. K
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lolaWi
that would really be nice! you’ll never know 🙂
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Bespoke Traveler
I have always found Rome captivating because modern day life seamlessly incorporates around the ancient ruins of the Empire.
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Kamila Pala
Oh, yes, that is un unique combination! I love specific atmosphere in Rome 🙂 Bye. Kamila
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jmsabbagh
Exceptional post.My wife and l visited Rome couple years ago ,we saw as much as we could during that time we loved the Vatican.Renaissance and Italy changed the the way we live today..Thank you for visiting my site.Jaalal
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Kamila Pala
Thank you for nice comment 🙂 And agree with you about the Renaissance and its influence, that is fascinated. Have a nice day. Bye. Kamila
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jmsabbagh
You welcome Kamila.
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wisemonkeysabroad
The Pantheon is very cool too – Your photos are AMAZING! Now it makes us want to visit again even more 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Thanks 🙂 I liked also atmosphere in the Vatican- the smallest country in the world! Bye. Happy traveling. K
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Shelley @Travel-Stained
Rome is one of my favourite cities on earth, and 1 visit is definitely not enough. Wish I was there now, eating a straciatella gelato right now! 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Yes, Rome is the city where everyone happy returns…only for coffee or ice cream 🙂 Bye. Kamila
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Jet Eliot
Very impressive tour of Rome, thank you so much Kamila. 🙂
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Kamila Pala
You are welcome! Have a nice weekend. K
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anotherday2paradise
Great photos. I absolutely love Rome. 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Thank you 🙂 Rome is simply cool! Bye. Kamila
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Leyla
beautiful shots ❤
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Kamila Pala
Thanks a lot, Leyla 🙂
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Suyash Chopra
Lovely blog. Enjoyed the trip to Rome, virtually. Very detailed description of the attractions and your experience 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Thank you for nice words. Pleased you liked that 🙂 Bye. K
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deutschtrailers
Beautiful Pictures, big thanks Kamila Pala….💗💗💗
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Kamila Pala
You are welcome 🙂 Rome is simply photogenic! Bye. K
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Amy
I really enjoyed out trip Rome. So much to see in this majestic city! I love your photos and info. 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Thanks, Amy! I am really glad you liked this “postcard” from such un interesting city 🙂 Have a nice weekend. kamila
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Amy
Your are a world traveler, Kamila! Really enjoy reading your post! Enjoy the weekend. 🙂
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equinoxio21
Thank you for a lovely post.
Last time I went to Rome was with Woody Allen’s movie!
🙂 (’97 actually! OMG) Have to book it for the next trip to Europe. (after Paris and the UK)
That your son with on one of the pix?
🙂
Take care
Brian
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Kamila Pala
Thank you for nice comment, Brian 🙂 I totally forgot about this amazing film, thanks for reminding me 🙂 Yes, that my son, he travels also a lot 🙂
Lovely weekend. Kamila
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equinoxio21
Sometimes I wonder if we do not construct “apatrides”. 🙂 we traveled extensively with my daughters when they were little, and now they can’t seem to be able to stay in one place. One ‘s in London, the other in DC…
Bon week-end Kamila
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Girl Gone Expat
Great pictures from Rome! I’ve always wanted to go, but haven’t done so yet. How long would you recommend for a first visit? There seems to be endless of things to see! 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Oh, it is not easy answer 🙂 It depends…but minimum for my first visit was for example longer weekend but I recommend you one week! 🙂 in not high season – spring is for me ideal! Have a lovely weekend and enjoy your visit Rome. Kamila
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Christina Davis
Really nice photography ❤
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Kamila Pala
Thank you, Christina! Bye. K
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DarkHarte Travel
Another amazing post with beautiful pictures. You make me want to go everywhere you write about. You have a really fresh and enthusiastic way of seeing things.
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Kamila Pala
Thanks for nice comment!!! You are right 🙂 – I like to share my experiences with others…reality versus history and local culture, love it. Bye. Have a nice weekend. Kamila
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Bams Triwoko
Such a wonderful trip… 🙂
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dilip
Awesome pictures Kamila. It revived memories of my few months stay in Rome. Thank you so much.
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Kamila Pala
It sounds good…a few months in Rome :)! Bye. K
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Margaret Lynette Sharp
Tweeted this 🙂
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giselzitrone
Wunderschön liebe Grüße von mir und einen guten Mittwoch gruß Gislinde
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Kamila Pala
Thank you! K
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loujenhaxmyor
This was a good flashback. My wife and I spent a solid nine days in Rome itself, mostly walking everywhere– which was worth it. At the time I had to buy an extra camera chip, not realizing how crazy I was going to be taking pictures. Thanx for sharing your info and photos.
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Kamila Pala
9 days in Rome – yes, it is not bad 🙂 Really pleased you liked my post! Have a good week. Kamila
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rommel
OMG! Your images bring back so many memories. I worked and resided in Italy for 2 years. Whenever I couldn’t come up with a plan, my fallback travel plan was to hop on the train and visit Rome. It’s my most favorite city. This really took me back. We’ve taken pictures of the same areas. 😀
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Kamila Pala
Great hear that from you! Rome is really cool city anytime 🙂 Bye. K
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quirkywanderer
Lovely pictures Kamila 🙂 St. Peter’s Basilica is a treat for every Dan Brown fan!:)
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Kamila Pala
You are right, I also read this book 🙂 Bye. K
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An Englishwoman in Italy
Thanks for the Like Kamila. Now that spring is coming (sort of) I’ll be posting again. I adore Rome and you are so right about booking in advance for the Vatican. There are so many galleries in Rome … try the Borghese and the Etruscan Museum in the Villa Giulia with the beautiful funerary sculpture of the married couple.
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Kamila Pala
Oh, thank you for nice comment 🙂 You really know special stylish place in Roma. I wish you beautiful spring. Bye. Kamila
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365dniwobiektywielg
Are these trips to hot?
that is up to date?
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Adrenaline Romance
Wow! Looking at your photos make me remember the movie Gladiator! Hope we could have the opportunity to visit Rome someday.
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Kamila Pala
You are right – Gladiator is great movie and this place is really original and fascinating! Rome is unique city still full of history and energy. Bye. Have a nice weekend. Kamila
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guardianangels
Reblogged this on My Beautiful Country.
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etravelersclub
Beautiful coverage. I was there some years ago and thanks for bringing back good memories 🙂
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Kamila Pala
Great to hear that! 🙂 Have a nice time. Bye Kamila
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