| They say 'when in Rome, do as the Romans do'. | | | | below the current dome of St Peter's. Not only is this a |
| When it comes to visiting Rome it is a chance to | | | | stunning piece of architecture and history, but it is also |
| explore and experience some of the most fascinating, | | | | a huge symbol of Christianity as it is one of most |
| historical and cultural areas in the world. We are all | | | | famous churches within the Christian faith. It is also a |
| aware of many of the most well known areas within | | | | treasure trove of artistic masterpieces and |
| Rome, but when planning a trip to this fantastic city, we | | | | architectural designs, displaying work by many of the |
| highly recommend that you include these must see | | | | greats including Michelangelo, Bramante and Maderno. |
| sites in your itinerary. | | | | This is a spot which is frequently visited by fans of |
| One of the must see sites within Rome is the | | | | Rome and it will continue to amaze you every time |
| Pantheon, which is located near the Piazza Navona on | | | | you visit. |
| the northeast side of the city. Built around 120 A.D, this | | | | The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are great |
| is one of most well preserved ancient Roman buildings | | | | for those who thoroughly enjoy viewing great |
| which was originally dedicated to the major Roman | | | | treasures from history and historical pieces of art. The |
| Gods by Emperor Hadrian. The building was | | | | Vatican Museums are located in the Papal Palace and |
| consecrated and then saved as a church in the 600s | | | | include some extremely elaborate rooms which are |
| and is a chance to take a step back in time and | | | | home to a wide range of treasures. The most famous |
| experience a true piece of history. With plenty of great | | | | room within the Vatican Museums is the Sistine Chapel |
| neighboring sites and places to eat and take in the | | | | which is well known thanks to Michelangelo's most |
| awesome site of the Pantheon, this is a sight you are | | | | famous painting. The Sistine Chapel itself is quite a |
| guaranteed to not forget about in a hurry and be | | | | small, but this is soon forgotten as you begin to view |
| completely astounded by. | | | | these magnificent pieces of art which is why it is on |
| Rome's Colosseum is known as one of the most | | | | the top of many tourists' lists when visiting Rome. |
| iconic sites within Rome and is a chance to 'live' history | | | | Fans of ruins will thoroughly enjoy the Roman Forum |
| and imagine the Romans who once stood there | | | | and Palantine Hill. These areas no longer resemble their |
| before you. Located near the ancient centre of Rome | | | | original magnificent stature, but the ruins which now |
| but not as well preserved as the Pantheon, the | | | | remain offer some fantastic insights into what may |
| Colosseum was originally commissioned by Emperor | | | | have once existed in their place. By investing into a |
| Vespasian in the 70s A.D. This was the original site | | | | historical guide on the ruins, you will be able to identify |
| where many gladiators fought until the power of | | | | the ruins and possibly conduct your own thoughts on |
| Rome was taken over by Constantine who outlawed | | | | exactly what it is you are viewing. Here you are able |
| all forms of gladiator games and blood sport. Following | | | | to get quite close to the ruins and monuments which |
| this, the Colosseum was abandoned and stripped of its | | | | allows for an experience which you simply cannot get |
| original treasure, but it still remains one of the most | | | | from reading books on Rome. |
| important symbols of world history and heritage. | | | | Rome is an opportunity to explore into different areas |
| St Peter's is a site filled with a great deal of history | | | | of history and experience sights which many can only |
| and remains one of the greatest living testaments to | | | | dream of. By making the effort to visit these fantastic |
| the history of Rome. Following his death, St Peter was | | | | sights, you will be opening up your eyes to a world of |
| buried near to Nero's Circus in a small cemetery on | | | | culture and history and are sure to be amazed by |
| Vatican Hill and it is believed that this spot lies directly | | | | your vacation in Italy as a whole. |