Rome
-
-
The Church of the Gesu in Rome and its spectacular vault
The Church of the Gesu is known for being the first Jesuit church in the world and for having a single nave structure with side chapels that would mark an era and that would copy thousands of later churches on the planet. But what really stands out is the decoration of the vault, which is really impressive and is one of the jewels of the Baroque. When you enter this church you will not be able to stop looking at the ceiling. The visit to the Church of the Gesu The Gesú façade was a real revolution at the time.…
Read More » -
Visiting Rome during Low Season
Even in the Eternal City, summer has to end. And thankfully, because fall and winter are arguably the best times of year to visit Rome, when prices drop, the sweltering summer heat dissipates, and the massive crowds of tourists begin to thin out. Of course, some areas of the city will always have crowds of tourists. Even in the dead of winter, you can expect to spend at least an hour waiting to get into the Colosseum, and unless you come at 3am, you won’t be alone at the Trevi Fountain for a minute. Still, these crowds are much smaller…
Read More » -
What to see in Rome in 2 days. A quick visit to the eternal city
There is much to see in Rome in two days, but if you do not have more time, you will be forced to choose part of all the attractions it offers and leave the rest, which are innumerable, for another visit with more time. Visiting Rome in two days is possible, but you won’t be able to stop too long at its monuments, museums, squares and corners. Even so, you will be able to get an idea of everything that Rome can offer you. Here you have our proposal for a two-day tour of Rome in which you will discover…
Read More » -
The Trevi Fountain, the most beautiful and famous in the world
Anyone who has been to Rome could say that the most beautiful fountain they have ever seen is the Trevi Fountain, It is the most monumental of the fountains in Rome and one of the greatest works of art of the Italian Baroque. It is also one of the largest in Rome and one of the oldest that we can find. If you visit it, do not forget to throw a coin with your back to the Trevi Fountain to be able to return to Rome according to tradition. The Construction of the Trevi Fountain To get to the origins…
Read More » -
-
-
What to see in Piazza del Campidoglio, the Sacred Hill
Located on top of a hill, known as the Sacred Hill in Ancient Rome, we find the Piazza del Campidoglio It was the first modern square to be built in the Roman city. But before, on this hill was the Temple of Jupiter and from here the consular roads of the Roman Empire started. This square has been the seat of the Town Hall since the 12th century and was the symbol of the power struggles between the Popes and the city of Rome. We recommend this guided tour of the Capital Museums and their surroundings. What to see in…
Read More » -
The Mouth of Truth of Rome and its legends
The Mouth of Truth is a huge marble mask that can be found at the entrance of the Church of Santa Maria in Cosmedin in the city of Rome. The Mouth of Truth is associated with a well-known legend that said that whoever lies loses his hand when he puts it in his mouth. The legend is explained very well in the famous movie “Roman Holiday” in an unforgettable scene starring Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn. The tradition of putting your hand in your mouth The great popularity of the Mouth of Truth, acquired mainly as a result of the…
Read More » -
