ITALY

Rome is the capital of Italy and is located in the central-western part of the Italian Peninsula, in the region of Lazio and along the river Tiber. It has received the nickname “Eternal City” from the fact that it has always been the capital and has never lost its title. This city perfectly connects the history of Roman history with the art of the Renaissance and the modern development of the city.

According to mythology, Romulus founded Rome in 753 BC. on the Palatine Hill. He then killed his brother Remus and became the first king of the city. Officially, according to the scientific community, the foundation of the city is placed in the 8th century BC. Rome then became the capital of the Roman Kingdom, the Roman Republic and the Roman Empire. During the years of the Roman Empire, Rome experienced great glory and development, as it was the capital of all of present-day Europe. With the transition to Christianity, the city gained even greater importance, as it is, to this day, the seat of the Catholic Church through the Vatican. From 1871 until today it is the capital of United Italy, while since 1981 it is a member of the European Union and is the fourth largest city in Europe.

Undoubtedly the most famous attraction in Rome is the Vatican, which is the seat of the Catholic Church and has been an independent state since 1929. There, you will find the famous Basilica of St. Peter, where you will see works by great artists. You will also see the famous Sistine Chapel. This small chapel has the frescoes “Genesis” and “Creation of Adam”, which was painted by Michael Angelos. In addition, the entire Vatican has many works of art and historical monuments, which take many hours to see. In addition, the Colosseum is another legendary landmark in Rome. From 80 AD in this place were fought duels between humans and beasts, until the 5th century when duels were considered forbidden. The impressive 50,000-seat amphitheater receives thousands of visitors daily. In the center of the city is the Trevi Fountain, which is the largest fountain in Italy and has been operating since 1762. The fountain is ornately decorated with statues of Poseidon and Triton. The custom is for those who visit the fountain to toss a coin with their back turned so that they can return to Rome again. Next, a visit to the ruins of the Roman Agora, as well as the Pantheon, is a must. The Pantheon is located for the best preserved ancient monument of Rome, which initially functioned as a pagan temple and later as a Christian temple. Today it functions as a cultural site and includes the tombs of Kings Vittorio Emmanuele II and Umberto I. Finally, Rome has large squares that are worth visiting. Such are Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Navona.

Italian cuisine is one of the most popular cuisines in the world. The local cuisine is famous for its pasta and pizza of course, while it is based on fresh local products. A restaurant serving authentic Italian dishes can be found on each corner. For dessert, do not forget to try authentic Italian ice cream in many flavors and tiramisu. As a street food option, choose a panini, which is an authentic Italian sandwich, or a piece of pizza. Of course, you could not leave Rome without enjoying a cup of espresso in his hometown.

Rome has a lively nightlife, with many options for a night out. Throughout the city center you will find countless bars and pubs with relaxing music to start your night, as well as clubs or discos for the rest of your night. The music choices vary from mainstream, pop, rock and house, depending on your preferences. If you want an alternative proposal for your evening, visit one of the town squares, which at night turn into a huge open-air bar. The areas around Piazza Navona, Campo De Fiori, Trastevere, San Lorenzo and Testaccio / Ostiense are the ideal options for your evening excursions.