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Rome Sights and Attractions
Just
walking around in Rome can by entertaining and you will can something
interesting almost anywhere. Here are some of Rome's top attractions.
Colosseum
( Colosseo
)
is
the largest monument in existence from Imperial Rome. It is a huge amphitheater
that housed the fierce gladiator and wild animal fights. A good approach
is along the Via dei Fori Imperiali. Ticket lines may be long.
Roman
Forum (Foro Romano)
is
one of the city's most important archaeological sites. It was the focal
point of Republican Rome and has monuments from 900 years of history.
You can buy a combination ticket for the Forum, Colosseum,
and Palatine Hill.
The
Pantheon
is
Italy's best-preserved ancient building, It started out as a pagan temple
and then became a church. There is a nice piazza in front of it that makes
a nice place for an evening drink (although pricey).
The
Capitoline Hill
is
a great place to get a view of the Roman
Forum. The focal point of the hill is the grand Piazza del Campidoglio
designed by Michelangelo. There are two important museums housing an impressive
collection of sculptures, paintings, frescoes, and mosaics.
Piazza
Navona
is
a lively piazza ringed by upscale cafes. At its center are three lavish
fountains.
The
Villa Borghese
houses
the Galleria Borghese, a large collection of famous sculptures and paintings.
St.
Peter's Basilica - Basilica di San Pietro
is
the largest Roman Catholic building in the world. It houses important
works by Michelangelo and Bernini. Although not really in Rome, Vatican
City is a popular destination for travelers in Rome.
Vatican
Museums - Musei Vaticani
the
largest museum complex in the world, house art spanning 3000 years from
the Classical and modern world. Here you will find the Sistine Chapel
and Michelangelo's frescoes.
Rome
Attractions - What to See in Rome
Rome has a wealth of interesting tourist attractions including ancient
monuments, churches, catacombs, and museums. Here is information about
what to see in Rome.
Top Ten Ancient Rome Sites - The Best Roman Ruins to Visit in Rome
The glories of Ancient Rome are easily accessible to the visitor and some
can be seen for free. Here are the ten top ancient Roman sites and ruins
to visit while in Rome.
Top
Rome Churches
Rome has many interesting churches with fine art work worth a visit but
there are some Rome churches that really stand out. Here are the top churches
to see in Rome.
Castrense
Amphitheater and Monastic Gardens in Rome
Rome's second amphitheater is Castrense Amphitheater. Monastic gardens
at Santa Croce in Gerusalemme church in Rome, Italy are built into the
amphitheater.
Visiting
Catacombs in Rome on the Via Appia Antica
Rome has some fascinating catacombs, ancient burial tunnels, that can
be visited on Via Appia Antica.
Visiting
Rome's Palazzo delle Esposizioni
Palazzo delle Esposizioni is the largest exhibit venue in Rome, Italy.
Here is information about Rome's Palazzo delle Esposizioni. Find out how
to visit Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome.
Visiting
Villa Torlonia
Villa Torlonia visiting hours and location. Villa Torlonia is a lavish
19th century villa in Rome, Italy. Villa Torlonia was the residence of
former Italian dictator Benito Mussolini. .
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