{"id":1208,"date":"2019-03-29T10:58:22","date_gmt":"2019-03-29T10:58:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vaticantour.com\/blog\/?p=1208"},"modified":"2019-04-01T13:12:24","modified_gmt":"2019-04-01T13:12:24","slug":"top-4-reasons-to-plan-a-rome-sojourn-in-springtime","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vaticantour.com\/blog\/top-4-reasons-to-plan-a-rome-sojourn-in-springtime","title":{"rendered":"Top 4 Reasons to Plan a Rome Sojourn in Springtime!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spring is probably the most glorious time of the year to visit Rome! The weather is pleasantly warm, the food scene is enriched by seasonal specials and vibrantly coloured flowers pop up all across the city! In addition, the ambience is more cheerful and all the celebrated attractions are peaceful with fewer crowds.<\/span><\/p>\n

Below, we share 4 great reasons why you must plan a Rome<\/a> vacation during the blossoming and blissfully beautiful spring season!<\/span><\/p>\n

Brilliant Colours of Nature<\/span><\/h3>\n

Spring paints the ancient city in a blaze of stunning hues! Piazzas, back streets and balconies \u2013 all of Rome\u2019s aged, sepia structures are speckled with intense colours. Neighbourhoods are enveloped in sweet-scented bunches of lavender wisterias, while the Spanish Steps are adorned with stout pots of bright fuchsia and scarlet azaleas. The Orange Garden atop Aventine Hill becomes a fragrant oasis of blossoms, while delicate and short-lived sakura flowers beautify the artificial lake in Rome\u2019s EUR district. In short, the Eternal City boasts a postcard perfect setting straight out of a fairytale! Enjoying a delicious picnic amid such beauty is an extraordinary experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Enjoyable Weather<\/span><\/h3>\n

After a chilly and wet winter, the warm, fresh and sunny weather of spring is a welcome change! Spring is the Goldilocks season \u2013 the temperature is perfect \u2013 neither will you need to wrap up in thick jackets, nor is the heat oppressive like in summers. Moreover, spring climate showcases Rome\u2019s beauty at its best! You can explore the sights comfortably and celebrate the onset of balmy weather with great artisan gelatos!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Scrumptious Seasonal Cuisine<\/span><\/h3>\n

The arrival of spring in Rome is a foodie\u2019s delight! While tourists tend to pick classic dishes, like pizza and pasta, the following spring specialities should not be missed:<\/span><\/p>\n

Roman artichokes<\/span>: Artichokes are the star of menus during springtime! Two must-try preparations are carciofi alla romana<\/em> and carciofi alla giudia<\/em>. Carciofi alla giudia<\/em> is an illustrious item of the Roman-Jewish cuisine; here artichokes are fried to a rich golden-brown colour. The leaves taste like crispy fries, but the heart is juicy and sweet. In carciofi alla romana,<\/em> artichokes are first marinated with fragrant herbs, olive oil and garlic and then braised to perfection \u2013 a hit Roman appetizer served in all eateries!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Asparagus<\/span>: A slightly pricey spring vegetable because it is hand-foraged, asparagus is used in several seasonal recipes \u2013 they can be served roasted or boiled, as a side dish or they can be added to pasta, pizza and risottos. Creamy sauces like carbonara <\/em>taste good with asparagus.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Abbacchio<\/span>: In addition to these delicious vegetable preparations, there are some great options for meat lovers too. Abbacchio <\/em>(a <\/em>suckling lamb dish) is an ancient Roman springtime delicacy, which is traditionally prepared with young lamb meat garnished using garlic, rosemary and anchovies. The salty, flavoursome kick combined with the tenderness of meat makes this dish one of the most popular spring treats in Rome!<\/span><\/p>\n

Springtime Festivities<\/span><\/h3>\n

Spring in Rome is marked by a slew of important festivals. On the 15th<\/sup> of March, the death anniversary of Julius Caesar, a commemoration takes place in the Roman Forum where his assassination is re-enacted before massive crowds.This is followed by Easter, which is celebrated with great fervour in the eternal city! On Good Friday, the Pope leads a torch lit procession from the Colosseum to the Palentine Hill \u2013 the path Jesus walked before his crucifixion. And to celebrate Rome\u2019s founding day on the 21st<\/sup> of April, costume parades, fireworks and gladiatorial fights are organized throughout the city.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Spring creates the ideal sightseeing conditions in Rome, and we at Vatican Tours<\/strong><\/a> ensure your trip to Rome is picture perfect! With our Tours of the Roman Forum<\/strong><\/a>, you can delve into the city\u2019s powerful history and simultaneously appreciate Rome\u2019s vibrant local culture.<\/span><\/p>\n

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