Rome

Rome is a city that needs very little introduction. If you haven’t heard about this little city in Italy, you’ve most certainly been living under a rock. Rome is the perfect place to take a trip back in time, dipping your toes into the deep history of the European continent. Look no further than the banks of the Tiber River, which meanders its way through the center of the city. The story of civilizations can’t be told without including the Roman Empire. The city is overflowing with history and an essential destination on the European tour. Rome is able to capture your imagination, leading you on an adventure back in time.

Rome has been inhabited by humans for almost 3000 years. According to the myths and legends, Rome was founded by Romulus in 753 BCE after killing his own brother. According to archaeologists, it has been inhabited for much longer than this. It has a history that predates proper record keeping. Today this is a thriving metropolis, home to 2.8 million Romans. The residents of this city are proud of their home and are quick to remind you that they are Roman first and Italian second. Rome has stood the test of time. At one point it was the center of the human universe.

This photographic journey will take us through some of the most memorable places in the city, especially around the heart of the ancient metropolis. One of the largest and most influential civilizations to have existed, there is simply too much history here. This is just a few peeks at one of history’s great cities.

What makes Rome so amazing?

By 117 AD, the Romans were at their peak of influence, with their influence reaching around the known world. At the peak of this power, the Roman Empire reached from Morocco to Egpyt and Scotland to Istanbul. It has been an important city for longer than any of us have been around for. Rome was the capital city of the Roman Kingdom, Republic, and Empire. It’s where the Popes live.

The reason Rome is so popular is the abundance of incredible things to see here. It’s pretty neat, especially if you like old things. Rome is full of old things.

Remnants of the great city that was founded over 2500 years ago are everywhere. The city is currently struggling to complete a third subway line because of the discovery of new historic artifacts every day. It is home to one of the most iconic buildings in the world, the Roman Colosseum, which can be explored alongside the towering pillars of the Roman Forum. This was the center of this great Empire, and it has been excavated and preserved to showcase some of its former glory.

Where is Rome and how do you get there?

Even today, the famous proverb “all roads lead to Rome” is still an accurate description of the city. Trains can be caught from Rome to anywhere in Europe and the International Airport can connect you to even further away places. If you’re wondering when the right time to visit Rome is, the moment is now. Visiting Rome is like a right of passage.

Rome – during normal circumstances – is visited by over 10 million people every year, so word has gotten out. Traveling to Rome has been on the beaten track for hundreds of years. There is no secret that this is a can’t miss destination in Europe.

As long as you keep track of your wallet and keep your head up to avoid crashing into the back of another visitor, Rome will become one of your most memorable trips. There are so many incredible things to see and do and Rome is unlike any other place in the world. What are you waiting for? Rome isn’t going anywhere, but you shouldn’t put it off for much longer. This timeless city is calling your name.

Rome

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