When you're walking around and exploring the different areas of Rome, like Coppedé, Parioli, Pigneto, Monteverde, San Paolo, Prati, one thing you can’t skip is breakfast. It's the first thing you need to get the energy you’ll need for a day of exploring. Whether you’re checking out the beautiful buildings in Coppedé or just enjoying the peaceful streets
Quartiere Coppedè "Quartiere" means "neighborhood" in Italian. Even so, Coppedè is a small area, not more than a square and a few streets. The place is named after architect Gino Coppedè, who designed this unique place between 1916 and 1927. The first time I visited Quartiere Coppedé I could not believe my eyes. I felt like I was not in Rome anymore! The whole
Sometimes, when we travel to iconic places, it feels almost unreal to think that people live there daily. This is what can happen in Rome. Wandering around the beauties of the Eternal City, most visitors might feel like they are stepping into a museum. How is it, then, to live your life in Rome? If you ask me, being a born and raised Roman, it is a pretty intense experience.
Greetings from our new blog: Dual Ec(h)o of Rome ♥! Hey there! We’re so excited to welcome you to our blog! You’re probably wondering what this blog is all about, right? Don’t worry, we'll explain everything in depth right now! Dual Ec(h)o of Rome is a space where two unique perspectives on life in the Eternal City collide. One comes from a Foreigner
My colleague Valerio and I are super excited about this special Jubilee year! Sure, we’re a bit anxious about the influx of people pouring into the city and the challenges of getting around. However, here’s the good news—the government has planned some big changes to make the experience as smooth and comfortable as possible. Before diving into those changes, let
Very soon, with the early arrival of spring in late March, families in Italy will gather together, exchange chocolate eggs, and cut "Colomba" on the festive table. What event is approaching? Settimana Santa (Holy Week), followed by Easter! In Italy, this is not just another holiday but a special time to honor ancient traditions and customs. This significant religious
The amazing structure imbued with the spirit of ancient Rome is located in the heart of Piazza della Rotonda. The modern Pantheon in Rome was built in the 2nd century AD and later consecrated as a Catholic church. The ancient temple was dedicated to the Roman Gods, celebrating the grandeur of the Roman Empire. The first Temple of All Gods (translated from Greek)
A little away from the center of Rome, you always discover new unique landmarks that many might not know about. "Roma non è una città come le altre. È un grande museo, un salotto da attraversare in punta di piedi" (Rome is not a city like any other. It is a vast museum, a salon to be crossed on tiptoe.) Behind the old city walls lies the Basilica di San
Speaking of the contrasts of Rome, one cannot fail to mention Castel Sant’Angelo. A unique fortress in Rome connected to the Vatican by a secret passage. For almost 2000 years, the structure has held rich historical significance as a mausoleum, Papal residence, treasury, museum, castle, and even a prison. The history dates back to 130 AD when the Roman Emperor
What legends does the fountain hold? 🌟 The name of the fountain has two versions of origin: The first is that the Trevi Square is the convergence of three major streets in Rome. "Trevi" is nothing more than a distortion of the Latin "trivium," meaning "crossroads" or the combination of the words "Tre vie" (three streets). The second legend states that it was a
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