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1. Romance Your Cultural Side with a Trip to Rome September 30, 2009 Bursting with flavour and life, Rome is a truly remarkable city to visit. Ancient ruins, breathtaking architecture and a cultural programme packed to the rafters means the Italian capital is one of the most remarkable tourist destinations around. Add to the mix a warm, Mediterranean climate and mouth-watering cuisine and you will soon find that you have the perfect place to escape to. With a history stretching back more than 2500 years, this stunning city is home to a plethora of world famous attractions, including St Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum and the Sistine Chapel. The vibrant stree... (read more) Author: Daniel Collins

2. The Sheraton Roma Hotel, Italian Luxury September 09, 2009 If you are planning on going to Italy, you're probably going to stop in Rome.? If that is the case, stay at the luxurious and beautiful Sheraton Roma hotel.? The Sheraton Roma Hotel is one of the largest hotels in the city.? It is often said to be the best. The Roma hotel is also conveniently located and offers various amenities. The Roma Hotel is located between The Fiamicino/Leonardo Davinci International Airport and the historical city center.? There are many attractions near the Roma Hotel for those of you touring Rome.? The Coliseum, Vatican City, and the Sistine Chapel are all just 4... (read more) Author: Andy Williams

3. Michelangelo's Piazza August 26, 2009 While Michelangelo will forever be recognized for his robust, passionate figures of the Sistine Chapel and sculptures found worldwide, his greatness is only magnified in view of his architectural contributions. Michelangelo was an accomplished artist in many spheres including the design and planning of massive building projects. One of his most famous lies in the heart of Italy: Rome. Known as the Piazza del Campidoglio, this plaza houses key civil buildings as well as public museums. Though this piazza located on Capitoline Hill, one of the seven hills of Rome, is certainly grander in scale... (read more) Author: Divino Piazza

4. Vatican City Private Tours July 04, 2009 The most enjoyable and educational way to explore Vatican City is with an official Vatican City tour guide. An official tour guide is one that has studied and passed rigorous tests in order to be licensed by the Vatican to provide tours to guests of Vatican City. With an official tour guide, you will be able to experience Vatican City by being drawn into a world of history, culture, and wonderment with your own private tour guide. With a private tour guide, there will be no one else along on your tour, only your family. This will allow you to feel the passion and view all the sights at your le... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

5. Rome Walking Tours July 04, 2009 Rome is actually on open-air museum and everywhere you turn you see fascinating and beautiful buildings, parks, and historical sights. Most of Rome can be explored on your own, however, just because you seeing all the wonders does not mean you will know what these items are, what the history is with the item, and even the person or persons responsible for the creation. These are the reasons you should consider private walking tours of Rome with an official tour guide. An official and licensed tour guide will be able to provide you with all this information as well as ensure you are safe at all... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

6. 10 Ideas for Family Holidays in Europe April 30, 2009 European holidays proffer a potpourri of destinations for holidaymakers to enjoy. Families can expect to have a fun-filled, memorable excursion should they decide to take a European holiday vacation. Here are some tips to make your vacation a success. 1. Make a trip to Paris, the city of love. Paris has always enchanted the true-blooded ancient art inclined families. If you happen to be one, head straight to the Louvre, a place revered by medieval art history lovers. Apart from housing the legendary ‘Mona Lisa’ it has an enormous collection of 18th century masterpieces ranging from painti... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

7. The Splendor Of Royal Caribbean Mediterranean Cruise Vacations April 16, 2009 When aboard one of the royal caribbean mediterranean cruise ships you have a chance to discover the wonder and beauty of most of the Mediterranean countries. From the small picturesque islands to the large and lively cities, the magnificent sea and the history of the countryside, new foods and old customs. Visit the Sistine chapel, St Peters basilica and the world famous coliseum when in Rome. Also a trip to the lost city of Pompeii is always rewarding. Relax in Paris and go shopping in their beautiful boutiques; afterwards you can go sight seeing at the Eiffel tower and the Louvre. ... (read more) Author: Juan Martinez

8. Fashion Designing Through Bratz Games December 25, 2008 How talented are you? Do you know how to sketch a person’s face with ease or does it appear nowhere near his face but looks like an extinct creature from the Jurassic period? some people have all the creativity and talent in the world—creating something out of nothing. We can see that in the masters like Michelangelo who painted the ceiling of the Sistine chapel and sculpted the famous of the young David. We can see that in Beethoven who despite being totally deaf still managed to compose a musical masterpiece or in the Russian writer Leo Tolstoy who wrote a tome of the French-Russian War stor... (read more) Author: Lea Smith

9. Museums tickets now available to everybody thanks to the new online booking service October 30, 2008 For who is planning a tour in the spectacular and magnificent city of Rome, a new useful tool has been conceived in order to give all visitors the chance to enter museums and avoid annoying wastes of time by standing in line for tickets. On www.rome-tickets.com it is finally possible to book visits to the prestigious museums of the city comfortably from your seat, without moving and without queue up anymore so as to avoid any further waste of time. You will find in Rome tickets ( http://www.rome-tickets.com/ ) an extremely interesting and useful website, essential to the research of infor... (read more) Author: Katia Baroncelli

10. There Is No Place Like Rome: History Comes To Life October 22, 2008 There are few cities in the world that are able to conjure images of greatness by the mere mention of their name alone. Moreover, even fewer cities could ever claim not only to have once been the very centre of western civilisation, but also the modern-day heart of the world’s most followed religion. Indeed, as the spiritual and geographical home of the Catholic Church, the Vatican City may well be the world’s smallest independent state. But, to the millions of visitors who arrive at the walled enclave each year, it is for all intents and purposes part of Italy’s capital city and the jewel i... (read more) Author: Paul McIndoe

11. The Art of Art Restoration September 08, 2008 Whether it be a masterpiece or a family heirloom, the act of art restoration is great enough to be regarded as an art itself. The many layers of an oil painting must be unveiled in order to re-establish its original beauty. Imagine the awesome task of restoring the characters in Leonardo Da Vinci's "The Last Supper"쳌, or uncovering the colors Michelangelo had intended for his frescoes that dwell in the Sistine Chapel. This procedure is by no means simple or easy, and the first task is recognizing the signs that a revival is needed. Reasons to restore Having spent years hanging in th... (read more) Author: Donovan Gauvreau

12. The Best of Rome in Five Days July 16, 2008 We’ve all seen the packages promising amazing European vacations on limited budgets. But the number of days usually varies from 5 to 7 days. How do you see all there is to see in a city as exquisite and steeped in history as Rome? We’ve compiled a five day itinerary of sights that cannot be missed. Day One - Take on the Colosseum bright and early in the morning. The site opens at 9 am and should take you about an hour to explore and get some terrific photo opportunities. Move on to the rear exit of the Roman Forum and pass the famous Arch of Constantine on the way. At the Roman Forum, be ... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

13. A Traveller's Guide to the Vatican May 12, 2008 Vatican City is an independent country within Rome, Italy, and is the temporal seat of the Pope, who heads the Roman Catholic Church. It is reputed to be the world’s smallest state. Built on a low hill, the Vatican’s walls enclose an area of just over 100 acres, making it easy to traverse on foot. Vatican City is accessible by taxi, bus, or on foot. The Metro line takes tourists to Cipro, where the museums are located, or to Ottaviano to see St. Peter’s Basilica. You can also take the tram to Piazza del Risorgimento. The Vatican Euro—the country’s official currency—is the rarest in circu... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

14. ROME: A dazzling array of activities and sights February 16, 2008 Rome offers a dazzling array of activities and sights. As the birthplace of one of the most ancient civilizations, it boasts a number of historical sights that will dazzle visitors. The Coliseum, an architectural that has existed since medieval times, is one of Rome’s most famous icon and leave most visitors awestruck at its history and grandeur. Another architectural Roman marvel is the Pantheon. Built in the 2nd century AD, it was initially a pagan temple before Pope Boniface IV transformed it into a church in 608 AD. The Pantheon’s architecture reflects this fascinating history, with parts ... (read more) Author: Orson Johnson

15. Visit The Eternal City - Rome January 28, 2008 Rome is one of the few ancient cities of the world, who still houses its historical monuments, cultural identity and charm of modern era. The eternal city, Rome is a capital city of Italy. Rome is one of the best tourist destinations of the world. It is a city of monuments, museums, gardens, shops and tasteful dining places. Some popular tourist attractions in Rome are The Vatican Museums, The Capitoline Museums, Churches (like St. Peter’s Basilica, The Sistine Chapel, San Giovanni in Laterano and few others), monuments (like Coliseum, Roman Forum, Circus Maximus, Domus Aurea, Panthe... (read more) Author: Megha Poddar

16. Touring the Vatican, Expanding Religion! December 04, 2007 When you’re in Rome, there are places that you can’t definitely miss. One of them is the Vatican. Considered to be the smallest country in the world, the Vatican holds numerous special collections and buildings that tell so much about the beginning and struggle of Roman Catholicism—and how the religion has helped shape the world. Two Kinds of Vatican Tours There are different kinds of Vatican tours, but commonly, you can choose between private and group tours. Private Vatican Tours are just for you and your party. You will get the privilege to tour the Vatican with your own persona... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

17. The Grand Wealth of the Vatican Museums! December 04, 2007 It all started with the Apollo and then came the Laocoon, which was discovered on Esquiline Hill. Since then, the Vatican has never been the same again. Along with these famous artifacts and other works of art, the Muesi Vaticani or Vatican Museums have invited long queues of people who wanted to get a glimpse of the glorious Roman Catholic past. Division of Vatican Museums The Vatican Museums is divided into different chambers, showcasing different eras, artworks, with different stories to tell to the visitors. For example, the Egyptian Museum, which is usually found at the earlier... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

18. Whiling Away at the Gorgeous Vatican Gardens! December 04, 2007 There’s one garden that will remind you that there will always be a special place you can run to whenever you feel troubled, but it doesn’t take the fact that its overall design is more than enough to make you feel so blessed for the rest of your life. Such can be the simple message you will get once you get into the Vatican Gardens. A private tour to the Vatican Gardens can take up to 2 hours. By now, you probably have a good idea of just how vast and big it is. In fact, it covers 1/3 of the entire land area of the Vatican City, the smallest country in the entire world. Walking through ... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

19. Touring Rome by the Day: A Walk in the Park December 04, 2007 It’s undeniable that there are so many beautiful places that you can lay your eyes on once you get in Rome. But when is the best time to enjoy it? Of course! in the morning, especially when the weather’s just right for some strolling. Rome Day Tours Is All about Choices When it comes to Rome day tours, everything will be according to your choice, and it will never be that hard as you’re provided with lots of them. First of all, you can have the option of enjoying this historical city all on your own. If you have a car, then you can simply get away from the usual places of interest o... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

20. The Majesty of Sistine Chapel! December 04, 2007 The Sistine Chapel isn’t only about Michelangelo. It’s a collection of art from the minds and hands of other great Italian painters. The history of the Sistine Chapel can be traced back in the 1400s when the pope at that time, Sixtus IV della Rovere, opted to have Capella Mana renovated. The results are the different paintings and false drapes that do not only mean beauty but story as well. Among the most popular painters who labored include Pietro Perugino, Domenico Ghirlandaio, and Sandro Boticelli, and Pier Matteo d'Amelia, who painted the skies full of stars. It was in August 15, 1483, whe... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

21. Finding Your Way to History and Modernism with Rome Tours December 04, 2007 There’s a definite reason why Rome remains one of the most mysterious yet often-visited city all over the world. Its history is laden among it columns, while modernism can be felt on numerous fashion shops and fashion districts that sprout like mushrooms. However, Rome is a very vast city, and its’ not unusual to get lost among all those ancient architectures. One of your best options is to settle for Rome tours. There are many Rome tours that you can choose from, but to help you out in your decision-making, make sure that it involves all or any of these fantastic places: Capitoline... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

22. Rome Excursions: Do's and Don'ts when Traveling Alone! December 04, 2007 Perhaps you’re one of the few who basically don’t like to be around people for too long, not to mention have them as your traveling companions. What else can you possibly do? For those who are taking Rome excursions entirely on their own, there are certain do’s and don’ts that you may want to follow: 1. Avoid driving as much as possible. Though Rome can be one of the most beautiful places you can ever been, it doesn’t mean they have the best traffic system. First of all, there are many erratic drivers. What’s more, you have to deal with a number of other elements including moped, trams, a... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

23. Feel the Fun and Tension at the Colosseum! December 04, 2007 The Colosseum is one of the world’s greatest mysteries? How come people of long ago can get so intelligent and intuitive in their design skills that they can build one massive structure? It can even contain as much as 60,000 people who could enter into the venue through 80 arches. However, the Colosseum is more than jus an amphitheater. It also speaks about the culture of the ancient Romans, who were fond of battles, victory, losses, and liberation. The Colosseum, which could have been named after the statue of Colossus situated near it and for its gigantic size, was built during the Fla... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

24. Touring the Shorelines from Civitavecchia to Rome! December 04, 2007 There are many ways on how you can enjoy and even get to Rome. The shore excursions from Civitavecchia to Rome prove to be one of them. In fact, it has become one of the most important ports, as it invites more and more passengers every year. The shore excursions from Civitavecchia to Rome will usually start at the northern and farther portion of Rome. It is basically at least 1.5 hour’s drive from the capital. However, because of the comprehensive transport system, with wide highways and fast trains, it’s not going to be a very long wait for you. It also intersects the road leading to t... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

25. Let's Go Back to Ancient Rome! December 04, 2007 Rome has so much to offer to the world, not only by the various pieces of art and its massive and intricate architecture. Its history also speaks a lot of how great Rome is even before. Roman Art The arts of ancient Rome can be compared to those of the Greek’s. They do have their similarities. This can be attributed to the fact that when the Romans decided to conquer the Greeks, the former noticed how art was infused into the lifestyle of the latter. Out of curiosity and love for Greek art, Roman soldiers decided to bring such culture right at their own land. They also brought artist... (read more) Author: Paolo Pedica

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