Why Rome?
Rome, the city of seven hills
The original city of Romulus was built upon Palatine Hill (Latin: Mons Palatinus). The other hills are the Capitoline, Quirinal, Viminal, Esquiline, Caelian, and Aventine (known respectively in Latin as the Mons Capitolinus, Mons Quirinalis, Mons Viminalis, Mons Esquilinus, Mons Caelius, and Mons Aventinus).
In modern Rome, five of the seven hills—the Aventine, Caelian, Esquiline, Quirinal, and Viminal Hills—are now the sites of monuments, buildings, and parks. The Capitoline Hill is the location of Rome's city hall, and the Palatine Hill is part of the main archaeological area.The Gianicolo is the second highest hill in Rome (about 90m/295ft) after nearby Monte Mario. This made it an ideal defensive point for all of the occupants of the Eternal City, dating back to the first settlers in this area, including the Phoenicians, Veii and Etruscans.
PLACES TO VISIT
My favourite places in Rome
Vatican city
"Vatican" is derived from the name of an Etruscan settlement, Vatica or Vaticum, located in the general area the Romans called Ager Vaticanus, "Vatican territory".
Address:
00120 Città del Vaticano
What I like about it
Home to one of the world's most impressive collections of art and artifacts. The pièce de résistance is undoubtedly the Sistine Chapel, with its iconic ceiling painted by Michelangelo
Piazza Venezia
"Piazza Venezia is a central hub of Rome, Italy, in which several thoroughfares intersect, including the Via dei Fori Imperiali and the Via del Corso."
Address:
Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
What I like about it
The square is dominated by the majestic Vittoriano, a monument dedicated to King Vittorio Emanuele II, the Unification of Italy, and is famous for its iconic beautiful buildings, and antique basilica.
Roscioli cafe
All places of taste, skillfully managed and coordinated, where you can find the best of Roman, Italian, and international production, selected with great skill and passion over the years..
Address:
Via dei Chiavari, 34
What I like about it
Creative, homemade gateaux & fruit tarts at a venerable cafe also serving breakfast & lunch snacks.Perfect for an evening with friends or just enjoing lunch.