Two Top Attractions Of Rome

Rome wasnt built in a day, and its myriad treasures certainly cant be taken in in a day either

. Theres a reason thousands of visitors flock to this city every day and millions of others dream of visiting it at least once in their lifetime. Whether youre here on a religious pilgrimage; to immerse yourself in art, history, architecture, and culture; on a fashionista shopping spree; or simply to revel in the authentic Italian cuisine, this city certainly deserves to be savoured in a leisurely fashion.

Many attractions, such as the Pantheon and the Vatican Museums, are experiences that should definitely not be rushed. In addition, because of the sheer number of visitors to some attractions, such as the Sistine Chapel and St. Peters Basilica, you may spend a good portion of your time waiting in line. A good strategy for making the most of your visit to Rome is to find accommodation in a quieter and more laid-back area, such as the Worldhotel Ripa Roma in Trastevere, and schedule day trips into the city proper. This allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds enjoying the fast pace of the centre of the city during the day, and then kicking back to experience an authentic Roman neighbourhood in the evening. As in any city, there are some definite "must-sees" and below are two easily accessible from the Worldhotel Ripa Roma in Trastevere that should top your list.

The Colosseum

Gladiators fighting for their lives while being cheered on by thousands of spectators in the Colosseum is an iconic image of the height of the Roman Empire; the relic of this history is definitely one of the citys most popular attractions. According to legend, as long as the Colosseum stands, Rome stands, and when Rome falls so will the rest of the world. This wonder of engineering is as spectacular by night as by day and it's not a stretch to believe that ancient adage may be true. The Colosseum is easily accessible from the Worldhotel Ripa Roma in Trastevere. Simply walk down to the tram station and hop on the one to the Colosseum. Expect long lines, though, so it pays to get there early or purchase an advance ticket from the Roman Forum.

The Pantheon

Another must-see attraction easily reached from the Worldhotel Ripa Roma is the world renowned Pantheon a veritable bastion of history. An electric bus line runs through Trastevere directly to the Pantheon so hop on board for the short ride. Based on visitor numbers, the Pantheon surpasses even the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel in popularity. The architectural masterpiece houses the crypts of many famous Italians, including the artist Raphael. Visitors to the site describe the Pantheon as soul stirring and reverent. As an added bonus, despite its popularity, admission is free and there are rarely any lines to deal with.

by: Roberta Stuart

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