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An oasis of shade, Rome parks

When it gets hot in Rome, and it can get really hot! People start to look for shady places to survive the warmest hours of the day. The heat is definitely far more bearable if you're near a fountain or under a trees and luckily enough in Rome parks are numerous and also very interesting to visit. So it's good to know where to look for a Roman park. In addition, Rome parks such as Villa Borghese and Villa Medici Gardens belong to the most popular strolling venues in the Eternal City and they're famous for their charm and unique atmosphere. In this Rome-explorer.com article you’ll find some useful information on Rome parks.

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Santa Maria Maggiore Rome

Santa Maria Maggiore Rome

The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, also known as Santa Maria della Neve, is one of the four patriarchal churches in Rome. At the top of the Esquilino hill, it is the only church which has kept a Paleochristian structure enriched by later additions. Let's consider its origin and the treasures that are kept inside.

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San Lorenzo Rome

San Lorenzo: The University Neighborhood

San Lorenzo, Rome's university neighborhood, which is famous today for its intense Roman movida, was built between 1884 and 1888. Its construction was in order to create housing for workers that arrived in Rome towards the end of the XIX century to contribute to the urban development of the Eternal City after the unification of Italy in 1870. After the Ancient Roman, and Papal Roman periods, the so-called Third Rome. This short guide will tell you what you need to know about the area and give you some advice on what to do here.

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Santa Maria in Trastevere

Santa Maria in Trastevere

The church of Santa Maria in Trastevere dominates the piazza of the same name in the very heart of the Trastevere District. It is the most important church in Trastevere and is part of what was once an ancient Roman home. The church should not be separated from the fountain, an octagonal pool designed by the architect Carlo Fontana in 1692, which sits in the center of the piazza in front of the church. These two artistic treasures are perhaps the most important historic monuments to see in the once a poor and strategic district, the history of which travels back to the very beginning of Rome.

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Campo de' Fiori

Campo de' Fiori: Rome's Most Important Rendezvous

Campo de' Fiori is one of the most famous places in Rome. It is the open-air theatre of a picturesque market in daytime and a meeting point for people at night. Piazza Campo de' Fiori is a nerve center for culture and history in Rome. Campo de' Fiori is also the only historically important square in Rome that does not have a church. Whether your visit is during the day, or night (or both) this square is sure to figure among your favorite places in Rome. 

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Rome Trastevere

Rome Trastevere: Historic Attractions and Nightlife

Trastevere is one of the most charming places in Rome, a tangle of ancient narrow streets spaced out by enchanting squares. As a tourist or a Roman you should visit Trastevere if you love art and culture, if you like meeting a lot of people, or simply if you want to breathe in the air of the district which represents the Roman character in the most faithful manner. On this page you will be able to find ideas about where to eat, have a good time, and stay in Trastevere.
 

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Monuments in Rome

Monuments in Rome: Discovering the City's Treasures

Rome is the most charming city of Italy. Sung by poets, described by illustrious writers from all around the world, the Eternal City offers an extraordinary choice of great monuments, rich museums, opulent ruins, and art exhibitions. You may enjoy a tour including some compulsory places of its ancient beauty or of its modern face. Let’s see what Rome has to offer.

 

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