Category: Rome

  • Why is the Sistine Chapel so famous?

    The Sistine Chapel is one of the most aclaimed chapels in the world and it is located in Vatican City. Pope Sixtus IV built the chapel in the 15th century, hence the name “Sistine”; but the real star of the show is the ceiling, painted by Michelangelo in the… Read More

  • 8 Places you must visit in Rome

    Planing your first trip to Rome? Here’s a MUST SEE list to include in your itinerary! 1. Colosseum The Colosseum is one of the most iconic symbols of the city of Rome. It is the largest amphitheater in the world, built in 80 AD to host gladiatorial contests and public… Read More

Why is the Sistine Chapel so famous?

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The Sistine Chapel is one of the most aclaimed chapels in the world and it is located in Vatican City. Pope Sixtus IV built the chapel in the 15th century, hence the name “Sistine”; but the real star of the show is the ceiling, painted by Michelangelo in the… Read More

8 Places you must visit in Rome

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Planing your first trip to Rome? Here’s a MUST SEE list to include in your itinerary! 1. Colosseum The Colosseum is one of the most iconic symbols of the city of Rome. It is the largest amphitheater in the world, built in 80 AD to host gladiatorial contests and public… Read More

The BEST times to visit the Vatican

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A trip to Rome wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Vatican Museums. For the uninitiated, the Vatican Museums is one of the largest and most sophisticated collections of art in the world. Any tour guide will tell you, “You could spend a month exploring the museums and still… Read More

Baroque geniuses you need to know about

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For the uninitiated, “baroque” refers to the art period following the Renaissance. After the Protestant Reformation, Catholics at the Council of Trent decided what art would be. The art that followed is the Baroque. As far as sculptors go, there are two in particular that you need to know: Gian… Read More

Public transportation in Rome: A crash course

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Vacation is supposed to be relaxing. Achieving that well earned R&R is difficult in your first few days abroad, especially when you have to drop cash on a taxi every time you want to go somewhere. (Believe me––walking from the Colosseum to the Vatican will be more pain than it’s… Read More

The most Instagramable views in Rome

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Rome is filled with Instagramable material. We’ve seen the Trevi Fountain posts and the people lined up on the wall by the Colosseum to get the best view. But, what if you’re dying to get that Rome skyline? We’ve got you covered. Our top five lookout spots are: Aventine… Read More

Six MUST SEE statues when in Rome

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Rome is filled with breathtaking and historical art pieces, top to bottom. But when you finally arrive on Roman soil, it might feel overwhelming. What museums, what churches, what piazzas and fountains are you supposed to see and when? Well, to quench your thirst for classical statues, we have compiled… Read More

4 Roman pasta dishes you must try

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Every Italian region and city has its own recipes. In the capital, traditional Roman pasta dishes are popular with locals and tourists alike. Here are four of our top recommendations to try on your next visit: Carbonara Think you know Carbonara? If you haven’t been to Italy before, chances are… Read More

Everything you need to know about Saint Valentine

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Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day! The holiday of love is typically associated with buying chocolate hearts and cutesy stuffed animals even more than a true celebration of love itself, but how did it all come to be? The story of Saint Valentine begins in the most romantic… Read More