Rome, Romulus and Remus

Romulus and Remus are the traditional founders of Rome, twin sons of the Vestal Virgin Rhea Silvia, fathered by the god of war, Mars. According to the tradition Romulus served as the first King of Rome. We did not see Romulus as we did not see Leonardo in Florence, but here we are: the capital of Italy.

This is one of the best city in the world, historically and turistically speaking. In 3 days we walked more than we did in the last 2 weeks. But we are never tired and when you find such good old architectural things around, you are really motivated to go onwards. The Colosseum underlines the huge Roman emperor along with its Arch of Constantine perfectly conserved. Castel Sant'Angelo, the Pantheom are other important symbols of the ancient Rome.

The main squares such as Piazza di Trevi with its popular fountain, Piazza di Spagna are tangible Neoclassicism things that worth a visit. It's too hot and sometimes, even if we are gladiators, we need to stop and drink something.

Rome was a major world centre of the Renaissance, second only to Florence. The most impressive masterpiece of Renaissance architecture in Rome is the Piazza del Campidoglio by Michelangelo. During this period, the great aristocratic families of Rome used to build opulent dwellings as the Palazzo del Quirinale and the Palazzo Farnese, now used by politicians.

Going out of Rome, or better staying inside, we visited the Basilica S. Pietro, symbol of the Vatican city, the smallest country over the world. I can go ahead forever, as there are 1000 things or more to see in Rome... but I think people can figure the importance of Rome out, just coming here and walk....