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What does the Latin acronym SPQR mean?

What does the Latin acronym SPQR mean? How many times have you happened to see this writing? In tHow many times have you happened to see this writing? In the base of a statue, on a wall in Rome, in a mosaic, in a manhole. Or revisited, in modern times, to talk about what was the Roman greatness, as for example in the coat of arms of the city of Rome. SPQR (from the Latin Senatvs PopvlvsQve Romanvs – the Senate and the Roman People) is an abbreviation that contains the figures that represent the power of the ancient Roman Republic: the Senate and the people, the patricians and plebeians who were the foundation of the Roman state. The SPQR acronym is still the coat of arms of the city of Rome today. The abbreviation SPQR was constantly used even after that date that we moderns have conventionally assumed, 476, to indicate the end of the government of Rome. Throughout the early Middle Ages, although in decline, Rome continued to be the most populous city in the West, and to

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February 22, 2022 9:10 am
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Shore Excursions for Cruise Travellers in Italy

Few things are more exciting than taking a cruise: living in the open sea, enjoying the comfort and entertainment… and specially the possibility of getting to know different travel destinations. How to make the most of your time on land? That’s where we come in. Let us help you have the best day in Italy. Share the experiences Want to include your new cruise buddies in the trip? Even better! Our shared tours give you the chance to make the excursion together, and save up some money in the process. It’s a win-win! You can also participate in other shared tours that somebody might be organizing. You can learn more about our Shared Tour option by reading our FAQ. None of the fuss, all of the fun! We pick you up, we plan the itinerary and we take you where you want to go. When you’re on a cruise you don’t have to worry about anything; we want you to feel the same way when you’re discovering Italy with us. Zero time wasted If there’s one thing that you don’t

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July 3, 2017 9:29 am
From Civitavecchia Port: Best of Rome with Colosseum & Roman Forum

Share the fun! – What are the “shared tours”?

We want to offer you as many possibilities as there are when it comes to planning your cruise and its excursions. That’s why we came up with our Sharing Tours: it’s a fantastic way to enjoy a lovely short trip, share it with others and save money in the process! What’s not to like? How does it work? If you’re the group creator, you simply book the trip, letting us know how many people will participate in your Sharing Tour. If you’re concerned about your responsibility regarding the financial part, don’t worry ever for a second: every one of the participants is responsible for their payment. You simply pay directly to the driver at the end of the day. No hassle whatsoever and all the benefits that come from a group tour. Just think about it: you’ll get a chance to see some of the most beautiful and unforgettable sights in Italy with family and friends (and maybe you’ll make some new ones in the process!) and it’s also financially convenient. Talk about getting more bang for your buck! We

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June 23, 2017 11:29 am
From Civitavecchia Port to Tivoli Villa D'Este and Hadrian's Villa

A Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia to the Extraordinary 2015 Jubilee

Civitavecchia a fully equipped port of Rome Civitavecchia is a testimony of the great work of Romans on Lazio territory since the Prehistoric age. Situated at only 80 km from Rome, it presents primitive traces and was born in very ancient times, during Traiano Empire (107-108 D.C.) with the aim of providing Rome with a fully equipped port. Born simultaneously with the town of Centumcellae, the area preserves numerous traces of primitive settlements which, for example, can be found on the Civitavecchia coastline: many Etruscan, Roman, and Medieval structures that have made the town such an important urban center that, ever since the times of the ancient Urbe, it has been known as the Port of Rome. Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia to Rome Italy Rome Tour offers you an unmissable formula that includes a Shore Excursion Tour from Civitavecchia to Rome that includes also the main attractions linked to Church and Christianity. A really convenient package in view of the forthcoming Jubilee! Our tour starts from the lovely Civitavecchia, which name means “ancient town”, that presents an harbour with two

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October 13, 2015 10:25 am