Due to the drought, we are currently experiencing in Rome, the level of the Tiber has dropped by about 1.5 metres and ancient… Read more
Tales from Rome
All our posts about Vatican, Colosseum and Rome
The starry night in a dome
Would you like to see a starry night in a dome? Would you like to visit one of the most fascinating and least… Read more
The twin fountains in Piazza Farnese
In the famous Piazza Farnese, you can find admire two of marvellous twin fountains which come from the Terme di Caracalla. Take a… Read more
A very special farewell for the visitors exiting the Vatican Museum
Visiting the Vatican Museum is a life changing experience, and the tour alone is worth the trip to Rome. There are many curiosities… Read more
Naval battles in the Colosseum – the “Naumachiae”
Naval battles in the Colosseum – the “Naumachiae” The naval battles in the Colosseum, the famous “naumachiae”, are one of the many wonders… Read more
The story of the “Barcaccia” fountain – the half sunken ship under the Spanish Steps
The story of the “Barcaccia” fountain, the half sunken ship under the Spanish Steps, is unique and is one of the many curiosities… Read more
Bernini’s fingerprint: the unique signature of the artist
There is only one place in the world where you’ll be able to see Bernini’s fingerprint: the unique signature of the artist. This… Read more
The legend of the Lover’s Fountain in Rome
The legend of the Lover’s Fountain in Rome. Everyone knows about the wonderful Trevi Fountain in Rome, but not everyone knows that on… Read more
The Temple of Venus and Rome – The largest sacred building built by the Romans
Read more on the glorious Temple of Venus and Rome, the largest sacred building built by the Romans. On a small hill overlooking… Read more
Prisco and Vero: a legendary gladiator story
Prisco and Vero; a legendary gladiator story. In ancient Rome, gladiatorial games drew thousands and thousands of spectators to the arenas throughout the… Read more
Vicus Caprarius – the “City of Water” under the Trevi Fountain
Vicus Caprarius – The City of Water under the Trevi Fountain Everyone knows the famous Trevi Fountain. Less well known is the fascinating… Read more
St. Peter’s special effects
St. Peter’s special effects. St. Peter’s Square is one of the most popular sites in the world and it has some incredible special… Read more