Sunday, April 12, 2015

Rome, Italy

Rome, Italy

Roman Architecture is incredibly amazing and one of a kind. Many of the freestanding architecture present in Rome today was built during Roman times, around 70 AD.

Constantine's Arch
Situated between the Colessuem and Palatine Hill. 
This Arch represents Rome's Victory at the Battle of Milvian Bridge.
Source: http://www.e-architect.co.uk/images/jpgs/rome/rome_building_aw080217_695.jpg

The Colosseum
Aka. Flavium Ampitheatre
Largest Roman Ampitheatre
The colosseum was built to hold 50,000 spectators!

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Trevi Fountain
Largest Baroque fountain in the city and most beautiful in the world.
Source: http://www.javeltravel.com/wp-content/uploads/Trevii.jpg
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People who live there swear it is good luck in love to kiss in front of it.


Sistine Chapel (Vatican City)
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The official residence of the Pope.
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Michaelangelo's hand painted art work on the ceiling scattered throughout the Sistine Chapel.

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