One of my favorite museums in Rome is the beautiful Borghese Gallery. This museum is a must see. The collection was gathered by Cardinal Scipione and is housed in his magnificent palace, the Villa Borghese . He was a lover of art and the entire Gallery is living proof of his passion to collect theContinue reading “The Galleria Borghese – Rome”
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Video – Sunset in the Piazza Navona – Rome
Piazza Navona – Rome Italy – Sunset in the Piazza One of the most beautiful places in Rome is the wonderful Piazza Navona. The piazza is alive with Bernini fountains, music, artists, food and drink, and the surrounding beauty from the colorful buildings and church. This is one of my favorite places in Rome andContinue reading “Video – Sunset in the Piazza Navona – Rome”
Trajan’s Column – Rome Italy
Dedicated in 113 to the Emperor Trajan after his successful campaigns to conquer territories as far north as present day Romania the Trajan’s column is today one of the best preserved monuments in Rome. The reliefs spiral the column forming over 200 meters of scenes illustrating the battles and triumphs of Emperor Trajan. Trajan’s columnContinue reading “Trajan’s Column – Rome Italy”
Vintage Fiat 500 in Italy
Vintage Fiat 500’s in Italy All across the Italian countryside you will see the classic Italian automobile, the Fiat 500, or as the Italians say it, Cinquecento. Vintage Fiat 500’s in Italy Vintage Fiat 500’s in Italy Vintage Fiat 500’s in Italy Vintage Fiat 500’s in Italy Vintage Fiat 500’s in Italy Vintage Fiat 500’sContinue reading “Vintage Fiat 500 in Italy”
First Time Visiting Venice Italy? – Some Advice
Venice Italy Is it your first time visiting Venice? You are in for a special treat! I have been to Venice many times during my travels and I consider it the most beautiful city I have ever seen. Many people have asked me for advice on what they should expect while in Venice and soContinue reading “First Time Visiting Venice Italy? – Some Advice”
The Museum That Is Rome – Rome Italy
The Museum That Is Rome – Rome Italy Walking around Rome is an experience that rivals a visit to any museum in the world. In Rome the buildings, the colors, the fountains, the food, all give me the impression that I’m walking through a living, breathing, museum. There is so much beauty and character inContinue reading “The Museum That Is Rome – Rome Italy”
Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II (National Monument to Victor Emmanuel II) – Rome Italy
Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II (National Monument to Victor Emmanuel II) – Rome Italy Also referred to as the Altare della Patria (Altar of the Fatherland) the grand white marble monument was built to honor Victor Emmanuel, the first king of a new unified Italy. Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II (National Monument to Victor EmmanuelContinue reading “Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II (National Monument to Victor Emmanuel II) – Rome Italy”
Baccano Restaurant – Rome Italy
Baccano Restaurant – Rome Italy Located between Trevi and Via del Corso the Restaurant Baccano is a great place to stop for dinner. Great selection of Italian and Mediterranean dishes as well as an oyster bar and great wine selection. Baccano Restaurant – Rome Italy The fried anchovies were outstanding. Washed down with some redContinue reading “Baccano Restaurant – Rome Italy”
The Italian Classic Vintage Fiat 500 – Italy
The Italian Classic Vintage Fiat 500 – Italy The Fiat 500 (Italian: Cinquecento) The Fiat 500 debuted in 1957 and was originally called the Nuova (new) 500. The 2 cylinder 500 was inexpensive and small making it the perfect car for the hectic City driving of the Italian and European streets. The Italian Classic Vintage Fiat 500 – ItalyContinue reading “The Italian Classic Vintage Fiat 500 – Italy”
The Vatican – Rome Italy
The Vatican – Rome Italy No visit to Rome is complete without seeing the Vatican. The beautiful architecture of the Vatican is unmatched. The Vatican – Rome Italy The Vatican – Rome Italy The Vatican – Rome Italy The Vatican – Rome Italy Giant statues line the rooftops of the Piazza San Pietro (St. Peter’sContinue reading “The Vatican – Rome Italy”
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