Discover the many places to visit in Lazio – from Rome to the lesser known cities; from the archeological sites to the art galleries, and plan a wonderful trip.
One of Rome’s famed Seven Hills, the Quirinal Hill (Colle Quirinale, in Italian) is both the northernmost and tallest of these. It’s situated adjacent to the Esquiline and Viminal Hills. It stands at 61 meters (just over 200 feet) tall, and historically its slopes were steep and therefore made the summit hard to access. The … Read more
The gorgeous Basilica Papale of San Paolo Fuori le Mura (St. Paul Outside the Walls in English) is still relatively unknown to tourists visiting Rome. Located outside the historic center of the Italian capital, well out of the main tourist trail, this is actually a truly impressive place to visit, with an abundance of history … Read more
There are many churches in Trastevere, but one of them is a truly unique place as it’s not only a Basilica, but it also has a crypt and it houses the impressive Last Judgement fresco by Pietro Cavallini. This is the Basilica of Santa Cecilia in Trastevere, tucked in a narrow alley in a lesser … Read more
Getting the Roma Pass when visiting Rome is a great idea to save a bit of money on attractions. It will give you access to some of the most famous cultural sites in Rome. It will allow you to skip the long lines at famous tourist attractions; and it will provide you some useful tools … Read more
Viterbo is an ideal spot for a day trip from Rome. It’s in easy reach of the Italian capital, being just 80 kilometers (50 miles) away. So once you’ve perhaps had enough of the hustle and bustle of Rome, Viterbo makes for the perfect antidote. This city and its medieval streets and architecture is packed … Read more
Rome is packed with beautiful churches. Each of them has interesting features – an intriguing history, unique architectural features, beautiful art pieces (statues, paintings, frescoes and more), and some even have archeological sites that testify of the many stratifications and phases of the history of Rome. One of my favorite churches is San Pietro in … Read more
The Basilica di Santa Maria in Trastevere is one of my favorite churches in Rome. While the entire area of Trastevere is becoming increasingly more popular among tourists and is now a major nightlife hub in the Eternal City, the church remains a safe haven, away from the largest tourist crowds that are typical in … Read more
There are many interesting sites to visit in Rome. Obviously, if it is your first time in the city and you are in town for just a few days, you’ll want to concentrate on the most famous landmarks. But if you have a knack for archeology, or if you would like to get away from … Read more