region
Lazio
Lazio
Rome and the surrounding area. And see the separate page on the Vatican City, an independent country within Rome
Recent Excavations At The Circus Maximus, Rome
At one time the Circus Maximus in Rome was just a vast grassy area. A pleasant place for a walk, or a picnic perhaps, but
Staying In Trastevere, The “Other Side” Of Rome
Across the river from the main city, Trastevere is Rome’s “left bank”. A slightly bohemian area of students and artisans, its old narrow streets packed
The Renaissance Art Of The Villa Farnesina, Rome
Rome is full of art treasures. Grand buildings from every stage of history, churches full of statues and other artworks, and much, much more. So
Exploring Roman History At Ostia Antica, Rome’s Ancient Sea Port
My first view of Ostia Antica was from the air, as the plane came in to land at Fiumicino Airport. I could see its position
Walking The Appian Way In Rome
There is a vast amount to see in Rome, but when you have had enough of the crowds at the Forum and the Colosseum you
Walking Around The Walls Of The Vatican City
It’s a familiar dilemma: you want to see some of the world’s most famous artworks but so do hundreds of other people. Do you join