Dual Ec(h)o of Rome: Masked Spectacle

Venetian Carnival Let’s take a little break from food talk and dive into something that’s buzzing across Italy right now! Not just in Rome, but in almost every city, there’s an atmosphere of celebration. Two years ago, I had the chance to visit the most famous and spectacular carnival in Venice—the very place where this tradition began. The Venetian Carnival

Dual Ec(h)o of Rome: Rome’s Top Magical Dinner Spots

Rome isn’t just about a gorgeous breakfast spread! After talking about the most important meal of the day - Breakfast, it’s time to dive into the dinner scene, where curious restaurants and unforgettable flavors await around every corner. Imagine having a great espresso and a sweet cornetto for breakfast, then taking a walk through Rome’s narrow

Dual Ec(h)o of Rome: Roman Breakfast

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

Dual Ec(h)o of Rome: Magic in Rome – Coppedè, Villa Torlonia and Parioli

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

Dual Ec(h)o of Rome: Jubilee Improving Areas

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.

Dual Ec(h)o of Rome: Jubilee Changes of Public Transport

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

Italian philosophy of life in contrasts (p. 14): Temple of All Gods

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)

Italian philosophy of life in contrasts (p. 13): Basilica di San Paolo Fuori le Mura

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

Italian philosophy of life in contrasts (p. 12): Castel Sant’Angelo

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

Italian philosophy of life in contrasts (p. 11): Fontana di Trevi – wish fulfiller (2)

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