Make your Vatican visit memorable for everyone! Exploring Rome with your family is rewarding for adults and children alike. Its multitude of ancient sites, baroque churches, squares, fountains and parks create unique experiences for all visitors. The cradle of European […]
Few of Rome’s early emperors have such an undeservedly damning reputation as Domitian (81 – 96 AD). He comes down to us as the black sheep of the Flavian dynasty. A cruel, ruthless autocrat. A powerful, paranoid psychopath who purged […]
A guided tour of the capital’s most quintessential neighborhood Rome is one of the most fascinating cities in the world. History, culture, art and archaeology blend to create a unique city capable of intriguing and inspiring in equal measure. When […]
If the emperor Nero is famous for one thing it’s fiddling while Rome burned. The image of him performing with glee as the imperial capital burned around him has entered our lexicon. Serving as a metaphor for gross incompetence and […]
Practical tips for an unforgettable visit to Rome Originally known as Amphitheatrum Flavium, the Colosseum is the most famous and imposing monument to have survived from ancient Rome. Every year, around 5 million visitors enter inside, soaking up its ambience […]
The Roman Jewish community – among religion, heritage and culture If you want to discover an authentic side of Rome, and have visited the most famous attractions, such as the Colosseum and the Vatican, why not venture off the beaten path on one […]
Reserved access to Rome’s hidden treasures! Catacombs are systems of underground passages or rooms which were used for several centuries as burial places. The most famous catacombs lie on the outskirts of Rome as burial was forbidden within the city […]
Making the most of your journey in Rome Covering an expansive 49 hectares, the Vatican City State, is a true international treasure. Home to such household names as St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums,. the city […]
Ancient Roman attitudes towards sex were nothing if not direct. For example, it is from the Roman term for the sheath of one’s sword that we have our word “vagina!” Macho and militaristic, elite Roman culture revolved as much around […]
The essentials in a few days Visiting Rome, a city bursting with history and magnificent monuments, is an unforgettable experience for anyone. To help you discover all the main places of interest and better plan your route through the Eternal […]
