region
Lazio
Lazio
Rome and the surrounding area. And see the separate page on the Vatican City, an independent country within Rome

7 Lesser Known Roman Sites In Rome
Roman ruins are one of the many reasons for tourists to visit Rome, and sites such as the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Palatine

Mausoleum Of Augustus, Rome, Now Open To Tourists
The largest circular tomb in the world, and the resting place of Rome’s first emperor. The Mausoleum of Augustus is one of the city’s lesser

UNESCO World Heritage Sites In Lazio (And The Vatican)
Of Italy’s 58 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, five are located wholly or partly within the region of Lazio. Of course, the most famous is the

Walking The Via Francigena From Lucca To Rome: Book Review
Long distance walks are one of my favourite ways to explore, a completely different perspective on a country’s culture, countryside and communities. I’ve done a

Top Day Trips From Rome By Train
Rome is ideally placed for a variety of day trips. And, with fast and convenient rail connections, you don’t even need a car. I’ve rounded

Hidden Rome: Exploring Off The Beaten Track
It would take a lifetime to explore everything that Rome has to offer. This means that, once you’ve ticked off the main tourist sites, one