Rome Shore Excursion: Sightseeing in Rome from Civitavecchia Port
July 23, 2007
The port of Civitavecchia is located at one and half hour by minibus from Rome and is becoming more and more important every year bringing more customers early in the morning to explore the treasures of Rome. Few people know that the fast highway that connects Rome from its port can take you directly to see the Colosseum and the ancient roman ruins.
The early history of Rome, is composed by legend and mythology, and sometimes remembers facts belonging to the jewish people, like for example the episode of Romulus and Remus suckled by the shewolf.
A good personal shore tour of Rome must start from the city center of Rome, Piazza Venezia. The monument to Victor Emmanuel has been erected there to celebrate the unification of Italy; here is the tomb of the unknown soldier. Having the square behind, the contrast with Via dei Fori Imperiali is spectacular, because you have in front the heart of the ancient civilization. [Read more]
Nightlife in Rome
June 24, 2007
You've been looking at museums and walking all day. It's time to take a break and see what modern Rome is all about. Hang out with the locals and learn about modern Rome and what the people do there. There are a few great clubs in Rome that are good for doing just that. Europeans love to dance and they love jazz, eighties and a variety of other types of music. The clubs in Rome are packed with dancing, drinking and partying all night long. They are the perfect place to let your hair down, dress scantily and forget about the Vatican Museums. [Read more]
Free Sights to See in Rome
June 9, 2007
The cost of a trip to Italy can be a little overwhelming. You want to see and do everything there is while you are there, but you don't want to break the bank while you do it either. Some of the most important buildings in Rome are free or have a small entrance fee.
The Pantheon is open from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Monday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on holidays that fall on weekdays except for Christmas Day, New Year's Day and May 1, when it is closed. Admission is free. The Pantheon is a Roman temple and is an architectural masterpiece. Upon entering you will see a grand dome with a light hole, or oculus, in the middle. The building has also been used as a Catholic Church. The doors are bronze and the only natural light comes through the doors and the oculus. As the sun moves across the sky during the day, the light causes an interesting effect on the walls and artwork of the circular room. [Read more]
Eclectic Fountains of Rome
June 9, 2007
During the Renaissance, new construction developments and a revitalization of Rome , Italy was funded by the popes of the time - not only to beautify the city with decorative elements and efforts, but also to serve public needs for water, plumbing, transportation, and public meeting spaces. Nothing demonstrates this marriage of beauty and utility like Rome 's eclectic and marvelous fountains. If you're planning a short trip of only a few days, making plans to visit and admire some of Rome 's famous fountains is a great way to take in all of the diverse culture that Rome has to offer
It's also a great way to appreciate ancient technological advancement - Rome's eleven aqueducts provided many thousands of gallons of water everyday, which was a great achievement itself, but the water from these aqueducts was used for a sophisticated plumbing system throughout the city, to bathhouses, toilets, faucets, wells, and later, used for these fountains. [Read more]
