Travel in the Lazio region of Italy
It would take many lifetimes to explore everything there is to see in Rome. For most visitors a stay of a few days (or longer) is essential, but where are the best places to stay in Rome? I have rounded up a few recommendations, from my own experience and that of a selection of travel
Which is the most important Catholic church in Rome? Surprisingly, it is not St Peter’s, but the Basilica of St John Lateran, on the Caelian Hill, some 5 km from the Vatican City. This imposing building is the Cathedral Church of Rome, the oldest basilica in the world, and worthy of a visit for its
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Even by Roman standards the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore is magnificent. It has artworks in every corner, stunning mosaics, and holy relics. And, if you are there in December – as I was – you may even be lucky enough to catch a living tableau. A Papal Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore is one
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Rome is full of amazing architecture, but not much of it is modern. So the Quartiere Coppedè comes as a surprise. Not just because it is unapologetically 20th century, but also because it is an astonishing mishmash of different building styles. What Is The Quartiere Coppedè? Located in the Trieste district of Rome, the Quartiere
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The hill town of Tivoli is a maze of medieval streets, alleys and stairways, with bars and restaurants and historic churches. It has a long history stretching back to Roman times and it is surrounded by hot springs. So why do so many visitors limit themselves to a single day trip from Rome? And what
Just outside Tivoli, and visible from several city viewpoints, are the remains of a large Roman amphitheatre and temple complex. This is the Sanctuary of Hercules Victor (or Santuario di Ercole Vincitore), an important building of the Republican era. But why was it built, what can you see today, and why should you visit the
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In the plain below Tivoli, a short distance from the town, lie the extensive remains of the Villa Adriana. This might be lesser known than Pompeii or the buildings of classical Rome, but it is one of the most important Roman sites in Italy, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A Palace For The Emperor