Fantastic Architecture in Rome

Most of the architectural designs of Roman buildings were inspired by the ancient Romans and their famous inlays in education, infrastructure and culture. This is proof in the Castle Sant’ Angelo in Rome. Constructed for the mausoleum for the Emperor Hadrian, this circular building is accessed via Benini’s Port Sant’ Angelo bridge. The now converted museum is—was—converted into a papal fortress in the 6th century and is linked to the Vatican by underground passages. The other bit of trivia linked to this castle’s rich history: Puccini’s Tosca leapt to her death from the topmost tier of the fortress.

You can’t visit the spectacular architecture of Rome without having visited St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican City. This country has its own currency, postal address, area code and rules of diplomacy, all for access to one important man: the pope for the Catholic arm of Christianity. It’s in this country in Italy where the Sistine Chapel displayed Michaelangelo’s finest work and other priceless art treasures—to make up for lack of natural beauty in that country, though nothing could replace that.

You simply cannot visit Rome without seeing the famous and aging Roman Colosseum. This distinctive piece of historic architecture was first constructed in 80 A.D. and was meant as an amphitheater for large productions and grand spectacles like gladiator fights—and to control the massive crowds to see these things—was a monumental feat for the ancient Romans.

What would see Rome be if the Leaning Tower of Pisa was missed? This piece of amazing Roman history and architecture is actually the bell tower of the Pisa’s Cathedral Square and was first constructed in August, 1173. Recent times found the tower leaning too far over, so weights were placed on the tower’s non-leaning side to counterbalance this time-pressured slide. And, though the architecture was of the finest quality in limestone, pyrite and slab, the building’s foundations were perpetually too soft on the site’s one side—so the inclination was built into the actual edifice.


Now the Leaning Tower of

Now the Leaning Tower of Pisa isn't even open to the public anymore, you can't go in. In my opinion that's a bit of a waste to go that far across the world to stand and just look. The Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica are two of the most exquisite pieces of architechture I have ever seen.

holidays in italy

Have you been to bologna. It is a lovely place to visit. |There is a lot of good food and an interesting city tour anyway All Italy is beautiful

I think this would be great

I think this would be great to see, does anyone have a link to some pictures by chance? I like being able to get a good deal of information before I put something in my "to see" list. Thanks!

Rome Pictures

Hi alexis - you may be interested in viewing the pics provided here and, off course, if you browse the various attractions in Rome you'll also find some interesting pics & reviews.
Best wishes,
Pierre
trivago - global hotel & travel guide

Some of the places are

Some of the places are completly leaving you in awe. I have to see this place, maybe move there for a year - that would be sweet.

Advertise Your Hotels

Showcase your hotels on www.hotelsbible.com

Bargain in Rome

Hi All,

I found great travel related website.
Deals with travel classifieds, travel bargains, travel blogs and much more….

Have fun !

Click Here>> www.travelobargain.com