{"id":1623,"date":"2019-08-14T06:52:52","date_gmt":"2019-08-14T06:52:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vaticantour.com\/blog\/?p=1623"},"modified":"2019-08-16T07:16:54","modified_gmt":"2019-08-16T07:16:54","slug":"rome-and-its-cultural-heritage-fashion-food-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vaticantour.com\/blog\/rome-and-its-cultural-heritage-fashion-food-fun","title":{"rendered":"Rome and its Cultural Heritage: Fashion, Food & Fun"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rome has been known as one of the most prominent cultural hubs of the modern world\u00a0for\u00a0decades. Along with Paris and\u00a0London, Rome is truly a paradise for\u00a0lovers of art and culture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The\u00a0Italian city boasts of\u00a0a heritage\u00a0dating back 3 millennia. From museums to fountains,\u00a0brutal gladiatorial fights to the calm serenity of the churches and chapels,\u00a0this city proudly embraces all of its diversity.<\/span><\/p>\n

The\u00a0Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine<\/span><\/h3>\n

The Roman\u00a0Colosseum,\u00a0with its\u00a0splendid\u00a0architecture,\u00a0tells the story of a vicious past. It is a monumental masterpiece.<\/span><\/p>\n

Just beside this, you\u00a0will\u00a0find the Arch of Constantine. This was\u00a0built by the\u00a0Roman\u00a0Senate as a dedication to the emperor, Constantine I, and stands as a symbol of victory, after\u00a0the Romans came out jubilant in the battle of the\u00a0Milvian Bridge.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vatican City<\/span><\/h3>\n

A well known attraction,\u00a0Vatican City\u00a0will definitely leave you speechless.\u00a0You will\u00a0certainly enjoy your rounds of\u00a0St. Peter\u2019s\u00a0Basilica and\u00a0St. Peter\u2019s Square.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This stronghold of Italy, with the Pope at\u00a0its helm,\u00a0along with\u00a0works of the classical arts\u00a0by the masters, like Michelangelo and Raphael, Vatican City is a fundamental place to be if you are in Rome. Therefore, pick the promising\u00a0Vatican City tours<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>to ensure that you do not leave anything out while you are in Rome.<\/span><\/p>\n

Roman Forum<\/span><\/h3>\n

The sights\u00a0at\u00a0the Roman Forum,\u00a0along with\u00a0the Arch of\u00a0Septimus Severus, the Temple of\u00a0Vesta, the Arch of Titus and the Temple of Castor and\u00a0Pollux, are authentically Roman and are steeped in the\u00a0golden bygone era.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Book\u00a0Tours of the Roman Forum<\/strong><\/a> and our expert guides will ensure you\u00a0experience the splendor of Imperial Rome without queues and crowds.<\/span><\/p>\n

The\u00a0Trevi Fountain and the other Fountains<\/span><\/h3>\n

Rome is\u00a0a\u00a0city where resplendent fountains are found all around. However, the\u00a0Trevi Fountain is our favorite. Being one of the oldest sources of waters in Rome, The\u00a0Trevi Fountain<\/a> has been\u00a0bubbling brilliantly since 19 B.C.\u00a0With its imposing size \u2013 26m high and 46m wide \u2013 along with its distinctive Baroque influence and intricate carvings,\u00a0the\u00a0Trevi Fountain is simply a wonder!<\/span><\/p>\n

You can also explore Piazza\u00a0Navona\u00a0with its famous centrepiece: la\u00a0Fontana\u00a0dei\u00a0Fiumi (the\u00a0Fountain of the Four Rivers), which glorifies the four\u00a0great\u00a0rivers of the four continents: the Nile, the Danube, the Ganges and the Rio de la Plata.\u00a0Other awe-inspiring fountains include Fontana del Moro and the Fontana del\u00a0Nettuno.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Tours of the\u00a0Trevi Fountain<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>are\u00a0the perfect choice if you are looking forward\u00a0to\u00a0experiencing\u00a0all of\u00a0these\u00a0more closely.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Foods and Drinks to your Fill<\/span><\/h3>\n

Rome not only offers a remarkable sightseeing experience, but\u00a0will also delight your culinary senses.<\/span><\/p>\n