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Did you know? The church with the dome that can be seen but is not there

In our Rome Tour of the churches there is one that has a dome but in reality it is just an optical illusion. Find out where this particular place is located. We are talking about the church of Sant’Ignazio di Loyola which has a truly unique dome. The church of Sant’Ignazio di Loyola in Campo Marzio is a Catholic place of worship in Rome; in splendid Italian Baroque style, it is adjacent to the Roman College of which it was a university chapel and overlooks Piazza Sant’Ignazio.The works for the construction of the church began in 1626 and it was dedicated to Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus, who had been canonized on 12 March 1622. The great patron of the work was Bishop Ludovico Ludovisi, nephew of Pope Gregory XV, who had died in 1623 and had canonized Ignatius of Loyola. The building has been repeatedly attributed to various architects, who worked in the first half of the seventeenth century in Rome: Domenichino, Girolamo Rainaldi, Alessandro Algardi (the majestic facade is still attributed to the latter).

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December 3, 2021 4:34 pm
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The Mall Outlet in Florence Day Trip

Let’s go the the Outlet… I kept my promise for this Christmas. I’m very happy to introduce you my Day Trip to The Mall in tuscany near Florence. Thanks to all your requests i had to organize this beautiful day gor all of you. Every day departure from Rome or Florence. If you want to spend a different day away from the center of Rome, go shopping with your family in all serenity, we have the answer. A destination where visitors find themselves emerged in an experience that goes far beyond the traditional shopping excursion.We organize day trips to The Mall near Florence. We will pick you up at the hotel at 7:30 AM or 8:00 AM Our professional English speaking driver will welcome you in his Mercedes Luxury minivan. It will take you about 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach the outlet from Rome, ( from Florence it takes about 40 minutes ), but at the same time you will enjoy the landscapes that you will cross from Rome to Leccio in the Province of Florence. Your driver

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November 29, 2021 1:34 pm
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Walking a day or more in Villa Borghese

Since people who visit Rome usually keep their visits to the city’s historical centre, they sometimes get the idea that there aren’t many green spaces. Nothing could be further from the truth. Rome boasts the title of being the “greenest” city in Europe, with parks all over. Different in size and style, perhaps the city’s most famous one is Villa Borghese. This particular park was developed around what used to be a residence and garden for the powerful Borghese family. In the early XX century, it was acquired by the State and opened to the general public. With almost 200,000 acres of territory, it’s Rome fourth largest park. But Villa Borghese’s way more than just a lovely green area of the city. It is home to an incredible number of attractions. A stroll down the lanes of this park is definitely worth your while. Here are some of the reasons why. Museums, museums everywhere One of the most important museums in the city (and the world, actually) is located by one of the Villa’s entrance. The Borghese Gallery is a

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August 6, 2017 11:16 am
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Hidden jewels: Roman Churches U can’t miss

One of the first things that usually strike people as odd when they arrive in Rome is the number of churches they find in the city, especially in the most visited areas. There is, of course, a logical explanation for this. Rome, having been for more than two thousand years the “headquarters” for the Catholic Church, has seen the growth and prosperity of the church throughout history and the temples it has are here as a sign of this. Do not mistake them for abandoned buildings or museums, though. Most of the churches in Rome continue to be active and, besides the visits from the millions of tourists that come here every year, are also active centres for worship, formation and welfare service. That being said, it is also true that many of them are truly precious, whether for their historical importance, the artistic works of art they house or the building in themselves that make them masterpieces on their own right. This, of course, is no secret, but the huge number of temples makes it impossible to visit them

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August 6, 2017 10:45 am
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The roads that lead from Rome: some unforgettable streets from the Eternal City

The Roads: When you’re visiting the city with most monuments by square feet in the world, it’s easy to go looking for the “greatest hits”: The Colosseum, Saint Peter’s Basilica, the beloved Trevi Fountain and many more. While this is more than understandable, it’s also true that a big part of Rome’s charm comes from its streets. Whether you want to get lost in the cobblestone vicoli that fill the Historic Centre, or venture outside the Aurelian Walls to see some of the other quaint boroughs of the city, you can be sure that you’ll find many unforgettable spots that you will treasure as your very own. By all means, wander away and get lost in the city: you’re bound to found many gorgeous locations. But let us suggest a couple of classic Roman Streets you won’t want to miss out on. Via Margutta Parallel to the very chic Via del Babuino, which starts as you leave Piazza di Spagna, you take a small turn to the right and you find Via Margutta. Home to many antiquaries and art galleries,

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July 16, 2017 11:56 am
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“Bring the kids!” 3 suggestions to have an amazing family trip to Rome

The Eternal city may not strike at first as the most family-friendly destination for a holiday. But as with any family vacation, it only takes a little bit of imagination and some planning to create the perfect travel experience in Rome! Book things in advance, find accommodations near the Centro Storico (the main tourist area in Rome) and you’ll be set for an amazing trip. But what to do with your family while you’re here? Here are some ideas to get you excited about your visit to our beautiful city.   1. Get your dose of fresh air in our Villas Rome is filled with beautiful parks (we usually call them Villas here), where you can either just relax under the shadow of a tree, have a picnic or enjoy a lovely stroll while looking at the art that is present also in these greener parts of the city. Bikes and Segways are usually available there to rent and have a family ride. From the majestic sights at Villa Borghese’s Pincio to the more rustic feel of Villa Ada or

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June 14, 2017 9:09 am
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Cool places to eat in Testaccio

One of Rome’s main attractions is, of course, the food. And while the places to have an amazing meal in the Eternal City are numerous, it can be little bit tricky for travellers to find their way among the almost infinite list of restaurants, trattorie, pizzerie and street food parlours. Every neighbourhood in Rome has its fair share of cool spots. We are starting today with one that’s probably among the best when it comes to food: the Testaccio rione. Famous for its artificial “hill”, made out of the discard pottery urns and vases used for commerce during the time of the Empire, Testaccio may not have as many sights as other places in Rome (although the Protestant Cemetery, the Cestian Pyramid and the Macro Museum of Modern Art are all worth a visit, among others), but it certainly is one of the best parts of town to get a true Roman gastronomic experience. Here are a few suggestions. Go classic – Da Felice If you’re looking for a place with a real Italian flavour to it, look no further:

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June 7, 2017 12:12 pm
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Mysterious Castel Sant’Angelo

Here we are with a new column, this time about Rome’s attractions and monuments seen in depth, let’s say at close quarters. So many times on travel blogs monuments are mentioned or just quoted, but not that often we deal with these priceless treasures with the right approach. For this piece I want to tell you about Castel Sant’Angelo, a wonder of Rome that particularly fascinates me, either for its architecture or for its mysterious charm. Castel Sant’Angelo, also known as The Mausoleum of Hadrian in as much commissioned by Emperor Hadrian as a mausoleum for him and his family. It is located on the right bank of the river Tiber and once it used to be the tallest construction in Rome. Thereafter the building was used as a fortification, prison and residence by Popes of Roman church and at the present it is a museum. Also due to its use it has an halo of mystery, majesty and authority. Build between 134 and 139 AD, initially it was more bare but later it had been renowned with Baroque additions

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April 11, 2017 1:29 pm
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A day shopping in Rome

We lack for nothing. Foodie, travel tips, coolest hangouts… but we want our readers to be up to date also about the best boutiques and venues where to do the most crazy shopping when in Rome. The Eternal City (of fashion and style) let’s say, is a mecca regarding craftsmanship, design clothing, art galleries, but also antique workshops and little shops. So we have set a list of our favorite spots for a day of shopping in Rome. Italian designers are synonymous with style and accomplishment, all the world knows that. Fashion owes to Italy a lot and Rome is a key point in the map of international style and therefore shopping. Shopping in Rome more than a mere diversion, indeed, is a cultural experience, at the same level of a tour around attractions and monuments. Tourists can find from big griffes to boutiques and vintage shops, scattered in the capital’s biggest boulevards as in the most narrow and off the radar alleys. As in other cities, different areas offer different goods, but in Rome this multiplicity is even more

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December 15, 2016 12:21 am
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The Moon at the Fora – to see ancient times in a new light

The Imperial Fora To rediscover the ancient times in a new light. Now it’s possible to rediscover one of the most important and amazing attractions of Rome, the Imperial fora, constructed in Rome over a period of one and a half centuries, between 46 BC and 113 AD and the center of the Roman Republic and of the Roman Empire. Night Guided Tours Thanks to this initiative you could undertake a suggestive nocturnal path right inside the fora, with night guided tours. Inaugurated last 21 april, in occasion of the 2769th Birthday of the Eternal City, founded 21st April 753 BC by Romolo according to legend, “La luna al Foro” (The moon at the Forum) will allow visitors from all over the world to enjoy this unparalleled experience from april 22 to october 28 2016. The itinerary starts from the Basilica Aemilia, founded in 179 BC, which originally hosted all the activities of the Fora during the cold season. Lights mark perfectly the sequence of the columns that used to divide the space of the basilica. From here we can

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July 29, 2016 9:10 am