| The city of Rome celebrates its birthday every April | | | | legends as to how it all went down, but the most |
| 21st. Being in the city during this time can be a very | | | | famous one is that of the story of Romulus and |
| exciting experience for travelers of all kinds. This year, | | | | Remus. Legend has it that these two twin brothers |
| the city of Rome will be 2763 years old. One of the | | | | were sons of Mars, the god of war, and were |
| things that makes Rome enjoyable, is the vast amount | | | | abandoned at birth. They were then taken in by a |
| of history and culture. To celebrate the birthday, many | | | | she-wolf, who raised them until they were found by a |
| of the galleries, archeological sites and museums are | | | | shepherd. As adults the brothers wanted to establish a |
| open to the public at no cost. This alone is reason to | | | | city, so they allowed the decision to be made by |
| be excited, but there's so much more. Throughout the | | | | omens. Allegedly, Remus saw six vultures flying above |
| day, viewers line the streets and fill the plazas for all | | | | the hill where he thought the city should be, however |
| kinds of recreations. You can see the ancient Roman | | | | soon after, his brother Romulus saw 12. Soon the |
| Army, proudly displaying traditional armor, gladiators | | | | outline of the city was established, and a defensive |
| being paraded all over the city in preparation for battle, | | | | wall was erected. Remus was not pleased by this and |
| and if you're lucky you may catch a glimpse of the | | | | attempted to cross the wall and was killed. |
| Roman senators in full decor. From chariot races to | | | | You will learn all about that and so much more if you |
| mock battles, the city literally comes alive with history. | | | | are in Rome for April 21st. In many skits volunteers are |
| Another interesting element that has been done before | | | | asked for from the audience. Don't be afraid to step |
| are the stage performances. Watch as ancient gods | | | | up, because like the old saying goes, when in Rome, do |
| are brought to life with the help of some of the finest | | | | as the Romans do! If you're interested in travel to |
| Roman thespians. One story you might see reenacted | | | | Rome during April, it's sure to be a good time! |
| is that of the founding of Rome. There are many | | | | |