Travel destinations: Rome, Italy – Part 3

On both banks of the Tiber river and its affluent, the Aniene between the Tyrrhenian Sea and Appenine Mountains lies the “city of civilization”, “the Eternal city”, “the Capital of the world”, the unique Rome.

Everybody knows that Rome is one of the world`s richest cities in history, art and culture. It was for centuries the capital of the Roman Kingdom, the Roman Republic, the Roman Empire, today it is the capital of Italy. It attracts many tourists because of its rich history, famous squares, architectural sites, medieval cultural heritage, extraordinary museums and monuments. There is always no time enough to visit all the sightseeings in this imposant city.

A must see is the magnificent Coliseum, the largest amphitheater ever built in the Roman Empire. It is not only one of the symbols of Rome but also one of the most famous landmarks. I was very impressed by the words of Bede: “While the Colosseo stands, Rome shall stand, but when the Colosseo falls, Rome shall fall and when Rome falls, the world will end.” The biggest and most imposing in the Roman world, the Flavius amphitheater, known as the “Colosseum”, or “Coliseum” or even “Colosseo” attracts thousands of people who come here to feel the spirit of ancient times.

Another interesting Roman monument is the Pantheon which is situated on the place where the founder of Rome was seized at his death by an angle and taken off into the sky. Located in the historic center of Rome, the Pantheon is the best preserved Roman monument in the city. The Pantheon is very beautiful at night.

There are many other sightseeings in Rome: the Roma Forum, the Domus Aurea, Trajan`s Column, several catacombs, the Arch of Constantine, basilicas which represent the medieval heritage (Santa Maria Maggiore), the National Museum of Rome, the Borgese Gallery, the National Gallery of Moderbn Art , the Palazzo Madama (today the Seat of the Senate).

The squares in Rome are majestic. Many of them were built in the 17th century. I liked Piazza of via del Tritone because it is special. Probably because of its beauty and superstitions that surround it. I saw that many tourists from all over the world tossed a coin into the watery. And, of course, I did the same. According to the Roman custom doing this is for good luck and my next coming to Rome. I did this because Rome is splendid, glamorous and proud in its richness and beauty and because I want to come here one day again.