St. Peter’s Basilica is one of the most beautiful churches in the world, and it’s definitely worth a visit. It is home to many beautiful and important works of art, including the beautiful La Pietà, Michelangelo’s famous marble sculpture. But did you know that you can also climb St. Peter’s Dome and enjoy some gorgeous […]
The Roman Guy
Italy Travel Experts Tours and Vacations
Author: Sean Finelli
Discover the best off the beaten path experiences in Rome, from secret gardens and hidden art to ancient roads and countryside escapes.
Like most cities in Italy, the birth of Venice is still surrounded by medieval myths and tales. History has it that the inhabitants of Aquileia in the 5th century A.D. laid the foundations for the unique city it is today. Because of its mysterious origins and atypical location, Venice offers many interesting anecdotes that make the […]
Either on television or in Rome, if you’ve already had the chance to visit the city, you might have noticed some men dressed in a peculiar way standing close to the pope or around the Vatican itself. Well, those men are the so-called “Swiss Guards,” who act as the Vatican private police. This Guard has […]
Whether or not you’ve already been to Rome, you may have noticed from pictures that some parts of this ancient structure are missing. Unfortunately, that’s correct. The monument lost its original shape centuries ago. Despite this sad event though, the Colosseum managed to preserve its charm and beauty, and nowadays, this landmark is still capable […]