5 Best Things to Do In Rome

5 Best Things to Do In Rome  

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Rome, the capital city of Italy, is one dream destination for every traveler. It is a city with a history spanning over two and a half thousand years and a civilization considered greater among all the others at that time. Rome’s center is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. This eternal city offers a lot to a traveler who wishes to go back in time. So, here is what you can do when you plan your next holiday to Rome. Mentioned below are 5 best things to do in Rome.

 

1. Visit the Colosseum

The Colosseum in ancient Rome was once the fighting arena for the world’s strongest warriors. Now it is a major tourist attraction where you can sit and imagine a brutal battle. This marvel of the past has a seating capacity of more than 50000 people.

 

2. Stroll through The Vatican

Take a look around the birth place of the Catholic church and breath in the 500-year old history of great artistes and sculptors. St. Peter’s Basilica is a wonder to behold, so be sure to check it out. You may not end up seeing the Pope but the paintings and statues are so beautiful that they very well make up for it.

 

3. Have a Pizza

While roaming through the streets of Rome, you’d surely get those hunger pangs. Entertain them and get yourself to grab a slice of some authentic Italian pizza. If you think you’ve tasted some of the best pizzas in the past, then think again. Rome has numerous joints where you can stop and relish some great pizzas, made with local authentic ingredients whose taste will blow your mind!

4. Enter the Pantheon

The Pantheon is Rome’s best preserved structure from its golden era and it is a marvel of architecture. The Dome at the center of the once temple is absolutely a much see for tourists. Visit it during the afternoon to experience the complete effect of its gorgeous lighting.

 

5. Toss a coin at Trevi Fountain

Trevi fountain is not your ordinary fountain; it is one of the largest and most famous fountains in the world. The 250-year old fountain is brilliantly sculptured like so many monuments in Rome. It said to be lucky and guarantees you a return trip back to Rome, if you toss a coin in its pool. So if you enjoyed Rome, then go ahead and toss one. Visit it at night where lights make the fountain look even more stunning.



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