I can’t quite express how excited I was to get to visit the Colosseum. Our first day in Rome, we headed there shortly before sunset. On the way to the Colosseum, you can see these ancient ruins. Which were pretty amazing, but they didn’t prepare me for how amazing the Colosseum was! Next to the Colosseum is … More A colossal number of photos of a certain colosseum: Rome
Trevi fountain (Fontana di Trevi) One of the most famous fountains in the world, it was pretty cool to wish on this fountain. According to tradition, the way to ensure that you will return to Rome one day is to toss a coin over your shoulder into the fountain. Apparently, €3000/day of coins end up in … More A fountain, some art, and a few buildings: Highlights from Rome
There are a few MAJOR things in Rome – a couple rather well-known buildings, a fountain or two, some stairs, a few relatively famous painted ceilings. But that is not what this post is about. One of the things that I like to notice when I wander through new places is the little details that … More Rome in the details
At the mere mention of Italy, most people start salivating thinking of the mounds of pasta and the piles of pizza they would consume in the land of glorious carbs. I was no different – my previous trips to Italy were characterized by inhaling enormous amounts of exquisite food. I was a little bit afraid to … More Gluten-free veggie in Italy?: 5 survival tips
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