Holidays In Rome
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Rome or as called the Eternal City, is the capital of Italy and the origin of the great Roman Empire. Its history runs back 2800 years of existence and carries a huge legacy as a millenium center of power. It is located between the Apennine mountains and the Tyrrhenian sea.
Around 2.6 million people live only in Rome while the total population reaches 4.2 million in its wider metropolitan area. Roman Republic old motto, “Senatus Populusque Romanus” (S.P.Q.R) means The Senate and People of Rome! The amazing thing is that ancient Rome, was actually founded as a small village on top of the Palatine Hill by Romulus and Remus, two twins that were abandoned in the Tiber river and raised from a she-wolf right before Faustulus, the shepherd!
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Fly to Rome
There are two airport options you can choose to land to Rome. Leonardo da Vinci/Fiumicino (FCO) airport is the biggest one and Ciampino is the second airport. Keep in mind that the fastest way to get you into Rome from the Leonardo da Vinci/Fiumicino (FCO) airport is the Leonardo Express. It leaves the airport every 30 minutes and leads to Rome Termini in the city center. Second option would be the suburban train but watch out to get off at the Ostiense train station and connect to the B line of the Metro.
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Palaces, old churches, opulent monuments and graceful fountains are some of the great sightseeing destinations in Rome. If you are in search for a holiday destination that has to offer a cosmopolitan atmosphere and give you the chance to feel its huge historical heritage then you are seeking in the right place.
Rent a car in Rome and let the city guide you through its wonderful, full of history and legacy places and monuments! Drive along the Grande Raccordo Anulare motorway and when you need to get to the city centre, just take any road leading off the GRA. It is known that all roads lead to Rome!
It is a truly unique vacations destination for everyone. Modern Center district is the place to book a hotel, shop and dine. The independent city of Vatican, is waiting to share with you its endless treasures, relics and museums. Inside Colosseo district you will find the great Colosseum, the imperial Fora and the Markets of Trajan.
During your holidays in Rome you will notice that narrow streets most of the time broaden out into squares (piazze). Basic characteristic is the churches and the fountains! Ren a car and drive through the magnificent piazza Navona, piazza della Rotonda, piazza della Minerva and piazza di Monte Citorio.
If you are in Rome round the 21st of April, don’t miss out the Anniversary of the Founding of Rome event or the Labour Day on the 1st of May.
When it comes to shopping we recommend you the main shopping streets like via del Corso (more budget area), via Condotti (mostly known for the finest designer stores) and via Cola di Rienzo.
As for the nightlife one thing is for sure. During your holidays in Rome, you will find many places that promise you a beautiful after-dinner party time. Such places are the Testaccio, the Colosseum Pub Crawl, Flann o’Brien pub on via Nazionale and Trastevere district which offers many places to eat and drink. Or if you prefer something away from the city center then you must visit the Palacavicchi multi-dance room area, The Ice Palace for skating and the Kirby’s and the Geronimo pubs.
