| Rome is the capital city of Italy and one of the | | | | world and conquered up to one fifth of its |
| most beautiful cities in Europe. It is ridded with | | | | population. Later on in the Middle Ages, Rome |
| fabulous architecture, historic attractions and small | | | | grew as a cultural and artistic capital city. |
| cobblestone streets. Its many famous landmarks | | | | Sights and Attractions |
| including the magnificent Colosseum will make your | | | | The main reason that the majority of tourists |
| stay in the city one that will be remembered for | | | | visit Rome is because of the amazing sightseeing. |
| life. | | | | The main attraction and a must see is the huge |
| Traveling There | | | | Colosseum. If architecture is of your interest be |
| Flying is an easy option as Rome has its own | | | | sure to visit Panthenon in the city centre. This |
| airport (Leonardo da Vinci Airport) that receives | | | | building was far ahead of its time. Also go and see |
| flights from many other worldwide international | | | | the Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps and be sure |
| airports. There are frequent shuttle bus transfers | | | | to be overwhelmed. |
| and trains that run from both the international and | | | | Shopping |
| domestic airports in Rome. | | | | Many people travel to Italy for its shopping |
| Great rail and bus services operate throughout | | | | potential and Rome is often the place where they |
| Italy so getting around I easy. Also, good road | | | | go. Whilst in the city you can see and feel the |
| networks make driving an option for those who | | | | locals love for style and fashion. The streets of |
| want to take in the scenery on the way. | | | | Rome are full of the world's leading designer |
| Accommodation Choices | | | | brands and can be particularly dear in price. If you |
| Rome is a luxurious and expensive city and for | | | | are after high street fashion then head for the |
| this reason you can expect the accommodation | | | | areas of Via Nazionale, Via del Corso and Via Cola |
| rates to be quite high. The city is also very | | | | di Rienzo. |
| popular so be sure to book well in advance. All | | | | Dining Options |
| kinds of accommodation can be found within the | | | | Rome is a great place to go out eating and |
| city such as hotels, guesthouses, apartments and | | | | drinking. Most restaurants offer an array of |
| hostels. | | | | international cuisine and Italian specialties such as |
| History | | | | traditional pizza and many pasta dishes. Dining |
| Rome has a vast and interesting history as it was | | | | establishments can be found all over the city and |
| once the capital of the Roman Empire that began | | | | cater for all budgets. |
| in 753 BC. The Empire practically took over the | | | | |