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The spring months are a great time to visit Rome, as the weather is already sunny and quite warm, and colorful flowers are blooming everywhere, the scent of which follows you as you explore the amazingly beautiful architecture of the Eternal City. In addition to amazingly elegant temples and fountains, Rome also boasts fun carnivals, holidays and processions that seem to never stop for a moment.
On March 19, all of Italy celebrates the day of St. Joseph (Giuseppe), spouse of the Virgin Mary. Residents of Rome compete in sports games to cheerful music, and fans enjoy the spectacle and sweet Zeppola cookies. In addition, in Italy this day is considered Father's Day.
On April 21, Rome has fun on her birthday. The city celebrates this day on a truly southern scale - costumed carnivals, music concerts, and bright fireworks will delight you until the morning comes. On Capitol Hill you can take part in the selection of the “Goddess of Rome” or cheer on the gladiators at a historical battle reconstruction.
When you arrive in Rome on April 27-29, be sure to attend the local wine festival Festa del Baccanale. Delicious wine, platforms entwined with flowers, fabulous figures will not let you get bored. No less interesting will be the unusual duel of donkeys, which will take place on the second day of the holiday. Also try local delicacies - sausages and artichokes.
Going on a trip to Italy in April, you can celebrate the birthday of the ancient capital with the Romans. Despite its considerable age and imaginary gray hair, the date of the founding of the city is known with an accuracy of one day - April 21, 753.
Every year on April 21, Rome is transported back in time. The ancient city gates open and a festive costume procession begins. Gladiator fights take place in the Colosseum and squares (the Gladiator School operates). filled with horses (horse parade). Tourists everywhere visit fairs, buy souvenirs and taste national dishes. The evening ends with fireworks.
It’s worth visiting Rome in April not only for a birthday party. There are other good reasons to fly to Rome during the April holidays.
Have you seen the Pope?
April is not only a month of birth. The main Christian holiday, Easter, falls in mid-spring. These days, millions of believers and tourists flock to the living shrine.
Or maybe go for (€80) and learn how to make them in Italy itself from the chef of one of the restaurants in Rome? After the master class, dinner with wine awaits you - everything is included in the price of the excursion.
The most current excursions in Rome 2019:
- overview - to see and learn;
- gastronomic - eat delicious food and drink wine;
- unusual - to be surprised;
- suburban and intercity - to see not only Rome;
- excursions to outlets - to inexpensively, but branded, and to relax your soul.
Roman sights in April
Spring weather gives the opportunity to do a lot of walking. An April acquaintance with Rome is worth it. One of the seven hills on which Rome stands, the green sparkles brightly between the gray stones of various ages, showing youth and freshness next to antiquity.
Did you know that spring walks make you want to snack? At the foot of Capitol Hill is the famous restaurant "Enoteca provincia romana". The most original and original restaurants are located away from the historical center (you can also find hotels to stay there). The national flavor is brighter in them, and prices are much lower. The pizza oven can be considered a criterion for the quality of an establishment. If it exists, it is truly Italian cuisine. If not, then rather fast food.
The view from the top of the Capitoline Hill is the main square of ancient Rome. Here, among the green (not yet bleached by the sun) grass, there are various buildings: temples, the residence of the Roman Senate, the ruins of the prison of the legendary captives (the Nubian king and the apostles), the public assembly square and the tomb of the city’s founder. In April, you can walk for hours from building to building, because the weather is not hot, the sun is not hot and does not make you want to abandon any inspections. A guide to the Forum costs 20 €, but you can get by by independently recognizing the buildings using a guidebook.
Next. This is a symbol of the ancient city and the world. The largest building, 50 m high (17 floors), 180 m long (12 entrances), is impressive at any time of the year, and looks especially good against the backdrop of a cloudless April sky of amazing blue. At the time of its greatness, the Colosseum accommodated 50 thousand spectators. This building is so popular among tourists that the queue at its entrance is often longer than expected. You can be guaranteed access to the amphitheater if you purchase a single ticket for 12 € (Colosseum, Palatine, Forum). The ticket is valid for two days, and there are no queues at the Forum. You can purchase the same ticket at the entrance to Palatine Hill.
Until mid-April, the Colosseum is open until five; in the second half of the month, opening hours are extended until 7 p.m. For a story from a qualified guide inside the Colosseum, you need to pay an additional €4.5; excursions are organized every half hour.
Nadezhda Eremeeva, 31 years old:
“Since childhood I wanted to see the Colosseum. And then it happened. We went to Rome with friends, and they said that we would buy tickets without queuing in the Roman Forum. They are united with the Colosseum and Palatine. The Colosseum is huge even by modern standards. In the bright rays of the April sun, I somehow don’t want to remember how many gladiators were killed in this arena.”
Two temples: the Pantheon and St. Paul's Cathedral
An ancient temple of two thousand years. In April, flowers grow around it and trees smell fragrant. Over a long period of its history, this building was a church, bastion and tomb of Italian kings. The thick walls of the Pantheon (6 meters) form a microclimate at any time of the year: spring April or hot August.
St. Paul's Cathedral- the embodiment of greatness. Anyone can enter it at any time of the year without paying. Dress code is required; shorts and short skirts may not be allowed in. Photo and video shooting is also allowed at no additional charge. Free tours are conducted in English. In April you can climb the dome (via 300 steps or by elevator for 7 €).
Walking through the streets and squares
Hiking is the most popular activity in April. They bring pleasure and health. Piazza Navona(a former antique stadium and medieval market) today is a place of entertainment for visiting guests around the clock. Other. A group of delighted tourists daily throw several kilograms of coins into the pool next to the sculpture.
The next place for a spring walk around the Eternal City is Plaza de España and. In the middle of the month, the area is filled with azaleas and roses. Pots of flowers are left right on the steps until the end of May.
Decorating the stairs with flowers symbolizes the annual Festival "Festa della Primavera". The festival events brighten up Italian life with entertaining performances and concerts.
In addition to the flower festival, Rome organizes in April horse breeding exhibition RomaCavalli Int’l Horse Exhibition. Breeders from Europe and Asia come to it.
Sergei Yaroshnikov, 35 years old, visits Rome for the third time:
“Every visit is impressive with the combination of natural beauty and urban antiquity. April trips are special because they allow you to immediately plunge into a riot of greenery. At this time, green leaves are just coming out, but here everything is already fragrant. The azaleas are blooming, they are taken out to Spanish Square, and a sea of people gathers.”
As for April, it can be upsetting. There are no sales this month. Stores offer summer collections that have just gone on sale, while winter discounts have already ended. Therefore, shopping for the average tourist will be expressed in separate, single purchases of things they really like. April shopping in Rome is the most expensive.
The popularity of Italy during the April holidays can be judged by the occupancy of housing. Whatever the purpose of your visit (business trip or educational leisure, entertainment and gifts), you will most likely have to wait 1.5 - 2 months.
April is the season of educational and religious tourism in the eternal city. Only in the middle of spring can one celebrate his birthday with Rome and celebrate Easter in the main Christian shrine. During the April holidays, in the bright rays of the mild sun, you can tirelessly reap kilometers of ancient roads, from the Capitoline Hill to the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, from Piazza di Spagna to the Vatican. Make a romantic date on the Spanish Steps, dine at a street pizzeria and feel the unity of the past with the present, the ancient with the future.
Tatiana Chikalova
Spring is a magical time for travel. Especially for traveling to the Eternal City! Many travelers flock to Rome in the spring to “wake up” from winter hibernation by visiting the Italian capital in March, take part in the celebration of the Birthday of Rome in April or admire how Rome blooms in May. Whether travelers are interested in culture, history, romance, blooming gardens, folk festivals, Christian relics or something else, Rome has something to see and do for everyone. A spring trip to Rome can be a great source of inspiration. So, are you planning to go to Rome in the spring? Great choice!
Rome in March
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If you are traveling to Rome in March, be prepared for changeable weather. This should definitely be taken into account when planning your trip. In March, Rome often delights with spring sunshine, but it can also rain. In addition, March is the month of the fragrance of tangerine trees, which begin to bloom. The first month of spring will delight you with a number of interesting events and activities. So finding something to do will not be a problem for you.
March 8 There are a number of events taking place across Rome to celebrate International Women's Day. For this occasion, the Roman authorities even give all women free entry to state museums!
And the next day, 9th of March, in Rome they celebrate the day of Saint Francesca of Rome. Near the Church of Santa Francesca Romana, which stands in the Roman Forum, a curious action unfolds. Many... cars come here for blessing. After all, the Romans venerate Saint Frances as the patroness of motorists. And especially Roman ones! This is due to the legend according to which Saint Frances had the ability to be in several places at the same time.
March 19 Rome celebrates St. Giuseppe's Day (as the Italians call Joseph the Betrothed), or Father's Day. At one time this day was even an official Italian holiday. Today this is no longer the case, but many Romans still follow the ancient traditions. Festive processions are usually held on Via Trionfale (in the northwestern part of Rome). And local cafes and pastry shops offer visitors traditional sweets for this day, called bignè di San Giuseppe, or zeppola di San Giuseppe (something like donuts in cream).
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What kind of events don’t take place in Rome in March! Spring Rome also attracts the attention of music lovers. If you like early music, welcome to the only one in the world International Festival of Harpsichord Music. This event is traditionally held in March at the Palace of Chancery (by the way, we visit this palace on the audio tour “”).
The main sporting event of March (sometimes held at the very beginning of April) in the Italian capital is the traditional Rome Marathon. It is held in the historical center of Rome and brings together many athletes from all over the world. The race route is a tourist’s dream. It runs next to: from the Colosseum, along Via Fori Imperiali, through the majestic Vittoriano monument, along the Tiber embankment, and through many other historical places. Every year there are more and more people wanting to run through the historical places of spring Rome, and these are not only professional athletes, but also amateurs.
Rome in April
One of the main Roman holidays in April is Rome's birthday (NatalediRoma), which is celebrated on a grand scale on April 21. On this day, the modern city is transported back in time many centuries ago, so don’t be surprised if you see gladiators and vestals in beautiful tunics on the streets. The main action takes place in the area of Fori Imperiali and the Colosseum, as well as in the area of Circo Massimo, that is, the Great Circus. You can even see gladiator fights there! The holiday program also traditionally includes tastings of Italian cuisine, drinks, and various fairs. On April 21st, interesting events are also held in numerous museums in Rome. And in the evening the sky over Rome is colored with bright fireworks.
As a rule, celebrations occur in April Catholic Easter- one of the main Christian holidays. In Rome, this celebration takes place especially solemnly, which is not surprising, because this is where the Vatican, the capital of the Catholic world, is located. Thousands of Catholics flock to Rome in April to attend special masses and celebrations to mark holidays and pre-holiday events. And also to hear the Pope’s address, which he addresses to “The City and the World” on Easter Day. The entire huge St. Peter's Square in the Vatican is filled with people at this time. During Easter, you should also try a traditional Italian delicacy – “Easter Colomba” (Colomba di Pasqua).
And before Easter, on Good Friday, on the day of remembrance of Christ’s death on the cross, an amazing thing happens - the majestic, this stern monument of irretrievably bygone eras suddenly “comes to life.” Friday before Easter- This is the only day of the year when a service is held in the Colosseum, led by the Pope. During this time, the Colosseum turns into a place where antiquity and modernity truly intersect.
Learn amazing stories about the Colosseum with a Travelry audio guide: We tell a lot of interesting things about the Colosseum in the audio tour "".
In April, you should definitely visit the Piazza di Spagna in Rome. More precisely, it is worth visiting in any season, whenever you find yourself in Rome! But it is in April that the square transforms and puts on an amazing spring “outfit”. The fact is that in April there is a festival in Rome “ FestadellaPrimavera” (“Spring Festival”), which includes various exhibitions and concerts in different parts of the city. And at this time, an exhibition of azaleas is held in the Plaza de España: the famous steps of the Spanish Steps are decorated with many flowers. Amazing sight!
As for the weather in April, at this time Rome is especially conducive to walking. If you travel with an iPhone, download ours and explore the city with inspiration! Well, if you want to walk around the city with a personal guide who will tell you the most interesting stories, reveal the most interesting secrets, and tell you about amazing events, then in the guide you will find fascinating things about Rome.
Rome in April delights with warm spring weather: the average temperature during the day is about +18 degrees, at night it is still quite cool (+9). There are already much fewer rainy days, and more and more often in April the sun shines over Rome. But even if you are caught in the rain, it doesn’t matter. Rome has a huge number of interesting museums, which are not yet as crowded as in the “high season”. In addition, numerous and beautiful, they also contain amazing masterpieces and cultural treasures. Moreover, you can admire them completely free of charge and without queues.
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In May, there are already quite a lot of people wanting to visit Rome - the “high season” begins from this month. The weather is beautiful and already quite summery - the average temperature in May is +23°. But it is worth remembering that it can still be cool at night, the temperature sometimes drops to +13°. In addition, rain is possible. But if you are traveling to Rome during the May holidays or later in May, you will definitely find something to do there. And most likely, Rome will enchant you regardless of weather conditions! So, what interesting things happen in Rome in May?
1st of May Labor Day is celebrated in Rome. Italian May Day is officially given the status of a public holiday, which the Romans skillfully use for relaxation, walks and a pleasant pastime. True, some activists, passionate about politics, gather for demonstrations and processions (don’t feed the Italians bread, let them go on strike!) And one of the most striking (and, undoubtedly, loud!) events on this day is the traditional annual May Day concert in Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano(San Giovanni in Laterano). When planning your trip, keep in mind that on May 1 in Rome many establishments, shops and museums will be closed - after all, it’s not only you, but also the Romans who have a day off!
In May, the Italian capital, like many other cities, traditionally hosts Night of Museums when you can get into many famous ones completely free of charge. However, visiting the most popular museums will probably cost you a long wait in line.
May 11 marks another wonderful holiday that the Romans love very much - this is Mothers Day (FestadellaMamma). It is celebrated with family in favorite restaurants or at home; mothers and grandmothers receive gifts, recognition, and flowers. Pleasant and cozy festive events also take place on this day in different parts of Rome. For example, in the Roman “Bioparco” at Villa Borghese they organize a holiday for mothers and children.
For horse lovers, there is also a wonderful pastime - at the end of May, a traditional horse race is held on the territory of the same Villa Borghese. racehorse show, called PiazzadiSiena. Many horse owners bring their pets to this event. The grooming, fire in the eyes and appearance of these amazing animals will not leave anyone indifferent.
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Rome in May pleases and delights with its blooming appearance, in the truest sense of the word. The city hosts flower festivals and exhibitions. In particular, on the beautiful Aventine Hill, in City rose garden (RosetoComunale) passes luxurious rose festival. The rose garden features more than 1,000 varieties of roses from all over the world. In May, they bloom together, delighting visitors with their beauty and enveloping them in magical aromas. By the way, entry to the rose garden is free.
A wonderful “green” festival is held in May in the Auditorium Parco della Musica – it’s called Il Festival del Verde e del Paesaggio and is dedicated to plants, gardening, landscape design. In addition to contemplating various types of flowering plants, you can attend master classes from landscape designers specially held at the event, as well as taste various delicacies. In 2017, the festival will take place from May 19 to 21.
Rome in spring: where to walk
If you are traveling to Rome in the spring, be sure to take a walk through the wonderful parks of the city, enjoying the spring warmth, a blooming city, fresh greenery and magnificent views.
Villa Borghese, for example, will delight you with a combination of beautiful nature and art (the famous Borghese Gallery, the National Etruscan Museum and a number of other museums are located here), as well as a selection of interesting activities (various attractions, a mini-zoo, etc.) and an excellent observation deck.
And if you want to take a walk under the orange trees in a cozy small park and at the same time admire the amazing panoramic views of spring Rome, welcome to the Aventine Hill in Orange Garden(also called Savello Park)! A very romantic place and a magnificent observation deck.
In the spring in Rome it is interesting and pleasant to visit and Botanical Garden (Orto Botanica). A wonderful park of about 12 hectares today belongs to the University of Rome “La Sapienza” and delights nature lovers.
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It will help you choose and find a suitable place for a walk (currently available only for iPhone). Go to the section " Places" and select the filter " By category" If you are interested, for example, in walking through the wonderful Roman parks, select the category " Get some fresh air“- and here is a selection of the best places!
Spring is a very good time to visit archaeological complexes of Rome. In summer, the heat and abundance of tourists can complicate this task. And in the spring, when Rome is not yet overcrowded, and the sun is not yet the most “cruel”, it’s time to wander among the picturesque ancient ruins! By the way, on the territory of the Palatine archaeological complex there are wonderful Farnese Gardens, where you can relax after immersing yourself in ancient history.
Yes, that’s it, spring has already happened to me
in Rome, during the day up to +18, at night +6, pink almonds, mimosas, daffodils are blooming,
crocuses and other botanical delights, sunny and dry, although before leaving
I read that February-March in Rome is characterized by rain. I was going with hope,
that the rains are short, that Rome is good in any weather. And yet Italy
loves me, she was convinced for the third time, the weather was pleasant all the days, and only on the day
On our return it started to rain, but it didn’t matter anymore, because... We were waiting for the plane at the airport.
In general, we were lucky with the weather!
How I decided in the midst of work
year, an incomprehensible economic situation, our winter, go to Rome? So myself
I don’t understand, the state of passion is probably in anticipation of an influx of heaps of things to do
At work I bought Aeroflot tickets (20 thousand rubles from Kazan to Rome with a transfer in
Moscow and back) in December to the last days of February and the beginning of March. Now here
I think I’m definitely in a state of passion, I’ve seen enough Italian films in the fall,
and I so wanted warmth, sun, beauty, Italian speech, food that my hands
found suitable tickets to Rome. Invited a colleague who had never been to Italy
never before, she really wanted to try traveling on her own, well, I
and arranged this opportunity. My friend couldn't make it, she has a housing problem
It’s decided, there’s no way to waste money.
Two months before the trip I managed
reviewed a bunch of accommodation options, rebooked several hotels.
I ended up staying ten days before my flight at the Hotel Mosaic Central Rome
with 1 star in Piazza del Viminale 5 Int. 4-6,
Rione Monti.
The visa was applied for in Kazan,
It’s good that there is a visa center of the Italian Embassy in our city. But
They gave me a visa again for a year, and this is already the fifth visa, and the third one-year visa. To the Greeks
Should I apply for a long visa next time if the EU doesn’t fall apart?
jAt the height of working days
I prepared in the evenings and at night, looked at the information on the Internet, and finally bought
advance tickets to the Vatican Museums, the Borghese Gallery and even the theater. I thank those
who invented the Internet makes life a lot easier.
The trip was almost 6
whole days and nights. We arrived in Rome on February 26 at 10 am, from the airport
we went by bus, it turned out to be easier and clearer, you get out of terminal 3
to the right and after 100-150 meters there will be ticket offices of various bus companies, schedules
flights and immediately landing places. Price from 4 to 6 euros, delivered to
Termini train station, we had Wi-Fi in
bus company T.A.M. It takes 10-15 minutes to walk from Termini to our hotel. Found
hotel, checked in, changed clothes and went for a walk, we had an appointment with
a guide I found on social networks. I needed him to indicate
main roads, answered questions, because I forgot from last time,
what and how in Rome, it’s true that I was there for several hours with an excursion from Rimini.
The guide Natalia did not conduct the tour very professionally, but the main objects
managed to show and inform on questions of interest. There was
about 13 people. Afterwards we went for a walk in the Trastevere area, well, what a walk,
or rather have dinner. Trastevere remained unexplored, atmospheric
a place that creates a feeling of the time of the 17th and 18th centuries. From Trastevere we walked
to yourself, a completely surmountable path, at the same time training in terrain orientation.
After three days they could already walk almost without a map.
On Monday 27 February we set off from
In the morning, explore the Forums, the Colosseum, the Palatine (ticket 12 euros). the weather was
wonderful, there was no long queue from via Fori Imperiali. Although
Rome is already full of tourists in this winter-spring time, and in the summer, apparently, there is an influx
it becomes such that space is not visible, streets and houses are not considered,
crowding.
Having read many times about Ancient Rome,
looking at the photo, I couldn’t imagine the full power of this civilization, but here
imbued with the spirit and historical heritage. Deserted and extinct place
the once center of the Roman Empire was desolate for a long time, stones
they were taken away, as if life had left these places. Remnants of former greatness
Ancient Rome suggests that everything is transitory, everything gradually turns into
dust of times and legends. But the ruins of Ancient Rome at the same time attract,
at night even more than during the day. Imagination pictures noisy squares and streets, palaces
and the basilicas of Rome, hurrying slaves and imposing consuls, brave military men,
returning from another campaign that expanded the borders of the empire. Of course Rome
was the center of the world, its strength has not weakened even now, especially in relation to tourists.
From the hills you can see the squares and space around, and towards Rione Monti,
and towards Circo Massimo, and towards the Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine, which
They surrounded it with bars, and the Colosseum is being repaired in the evenings. To the Forum territory
can be reached from three entrances: via
Nazionale,
from the Colosseum, from via
S.
Gregorio.
There are a lot of tourists even in this winter-spring time, they walk in orderly groups and alone, relax and admire the opening
views, something is being repaired somewhere, bushes and trees are blooming, the first
flowers, revival in everything and cheerfulness.
It was a good Monday, after
forums we went towards the Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin, hoping for a quick
opportunity to get to La
Bocca
di
Verita.
But it didn’t work out, about 50 people were already lined up, so we only went into the
basilica, the interior decoration of which is far from its name (decorated), but
The antiquity of the temple is felt in the air; it is not for nothing that the basilica was built on the site
pagan roman temple.
Having passed the Altar of the Fatherland, piazza Venecia, we went deeper into the neighborhoods
old city and stayed for dinner at the Pantheon, after which, as expected, we had another drink
coffee at Tazza
d’Oro and ate delicious ice cream
opposite the coffee shop in the gelateria and pastry shop Venchi. This kind of chocolate ice cream
I’ve never eaten it, it’s just a holiday for a sweet tooth and a chocolate lover! After we don't
visited Venchi again
in other parts of the city, they make very tasty ice cream, you can also have chocolate
buy. I’m putting up with it now, I have a tile at home, I put it away in
closet so as not to be tempted. We also tried ice cream from the Roman gelateria Giolitti, there are many flavors, there are many people
Same. I definitely recommend it, it’s real. It's good that the weather allowed
enjoy ice cream.
Then fate brought us to Piazza Navona with its three fountains and basilica
St. Agnes, looked again at how the architects of the fountain of four rivers and the basilica
They were weird, the figures of their creations turn away from each other, jokers however!
Tuesday 28 February is the last day
winter - we decided to celebrate with a trip to Tivoli to the Villa of Cardinal d'Este.
Having seen enough wonderful photos on tur.ru and other portals, I decided that I should go
necessary in any case, even in this winter time. I was thinking about the trip and
by train, and by bus, outweighed the bus, because he stops next to
villa But we still need to get on the bus, having reached the Punto Mammolo metro station, we got off at
signs to the bus station, bought a ticket at a newsstand, went looking for
our bus. The bus was not found, I had to approach the police, they
They suggested that our bus departs from the second floor of the station. Made it right on
a bus leaving for Tivoli, in which 7 people were sitting, but on the way back we
We got into a full bus, at first we stood, then seats became available. And what
what happens in the summer months? Although buses run frequently. The journey takes minutes
40-50, you need to get off at the stop with a sign for the villa, cross the road and go through
square and a small nook, but it’s impossible to get lost; the entrance ticket to the villa is 8 euros.
There are not many people in the villa during this period,
apparently it’s not the season, but the fountains are working, the trees are just not all green yet,
The flower beds are not yet in full bloom, that is, there are not enough colors. Villa d'Este building
The outside was worse preserved than the inside. In the rooms and halls frescoes and
the floors, the cardinal's chapel is very impressive. Indeed, the cardinals were not poor,
The most amazing impression is from all these painted walls and ceilings. Here sat this Cardinal d'Este
in all this luxury and was sad that they didn’t take him as dad, and what else could he do?
do? He has everything for life, but he does not have absolute power and might.
The villa park is small in size, but
made skillfully, you can get lost among the alleys, keep secrets, what intrigues
plan. Fountains are expertly located throughout the park, there is something
get interested, take a walk, watch the noisy Italian tourists -
families and schoolchildren (this is a whole performance! We had a snack on the bench and watched
for a family of 12-14 people, how they arranged a photo shoot at the fountain, funny,
like from Italian black and white films by Fellini or Visconti). Fountain game
They waited for the organ, it creaks funny at first, and then plays, about
Of course, everyone who is in the park at that moment gathers together. Plays baroque
works.
You could try to get to two
other Tivoli villas - Adrian or Gregorian, but decided not to take risks, but to relax
in a cafe with coffee and sweets, especially since the clouds were thickening, we were expecting rain, but it passed.
Upon arrival, we went to the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, a phenomenal temple with
rich decoration, mosaics, Byzantine trends in architecture, three
wonderful chapels - Sistine, Paolina, Sforza. Gold for
The decorations of the nave were brought with the first shipment from America. It is noteworthy that
we managed to catch one of the confessions in special booths. Confessor
stood on his knees and whispered about his sins to the priest, and
then I went to the chapel, where tourists are not allowed to enter. The priest and
remained sitting in his booth, maybe waiting for the next person who wanted to receive
absolution. It was this basilica that left the feeling of being active and massively
visited by believers, and not just tourists. Someone me on past trips
reproached me for not going to cathedrals much, this time in Rome I reformed,
I visited so many cathedrals, oohed and aahed at the wonderful and beautiful architecture,
rich decorations and art objects. And I can say that I especially liked Santa Maria Maggiore, even
on a par with St. Peter's Cathedral. The basilicas of Rome are also interesting because you can
see the creations of famous artists, architects and sculptors. Here we are
Caravaggio came across often. If you saw that there were military vehicles, machine gunners,
that means for sure there is something valuable - frescoes, paintings, sculptures, historical
buildings, apparently the authorities began to think about the safety of tourists and residents, thank you
This somehow calms them down.
We had planned for March 1
Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica. The tickets were purchased in advance; you had to arrive at
half an hour, people stood in line in the morning, so the electronic ticket is very convenient,
it is exchanged at separate ticket offices. The Vatican Museums, I tell you, this
a truly rich collection of valuables and cultural artifacts from antiquity to
present time. To get to the Sistine Chapel you need to go through many others first
halls, some are also very good, for example, a gallery of geographical maps. Special
The rooms painted by Raphael deserve attention, I love this master. Which
He left spiritual creations! Finally we reached the Sistine Chapel,
where the selection of dads takes place. The chapel has impressive dimensions and height. To the people
there is a lot of crowd in the chapel, everyone is flocking, resting on the benches, admiring
frescoes by Michelangelo. Michelangelo chose interesting stories from the Old Testament
for painting the ceiling, and was able to do it in the same style with the walls, which
Botticelli, Perugino, and Ghirlandaio had already painted before him. We sat on a bench for about 25 minutes in the chapel, watching the others, admiring the frescoes. Bravo to the geniuses of the Renaissance, the chapel leaves a strong impression.
After the Vatican Museums we went to the main
the Papal Basilica of St. Peter, especially since the time of its opening at 13.00 was approaching,
Our time in line at the cathedral was no more than 30 minutes, and after us
a queue lined up from the beginning of one colonnade of the square to the second. This time I will definitely
it was necessary to get to the dome of the cathedral, having stood in a small queue again, paying for the climb from
the elevator costs 7 euros (I don’t remember, maybe 8), which by the way doesn’t help much, after
There is still a long way to go to the top, but it is worth it. From the dome platform
The cathedral offers a marvelous view of Rome, St. Peter's Square, you can admire
to your heart's content! With a sense of accomplishment, I entered the main cathedral again.
Catholic Church. A grandiose cathedral, personifying the power and grandeur of the Catholic
church, it is impossible to forget him. So many types of marble, gold, altar with a dove,
sculptures, chapels and papal burials. Second visit to the cathedral also
I was delighted and remembered.
After spiritual food it was necessary to refresh
material, heading towards the castle of angels, they turned left through the wall
borgo with the Medici coat of arms, where we found pleasant streets with many trattorias, cafes,
where we stopped for lunch. Risotto was not on the menu, but the administrator
kindly agreed to make it for me with mussels and squid while we were drinking
coffee. After the compulsory cultural program we had a free program, we wandered
in the center, went into shops, shops, made purchases, and that’s what
remarkable, for men there is some kind of paradise for shopping, so much beautiful
You can find high-quality clothes and shoes, but not all with women’s assortment
fortunately, then the fabrics are not very good, then the prices are high, then the style is not ours, then not for
our climate. Well, how elegant Italian men are, these boots of theirs,
suits, jackets - just from the picture, but they themselves - with velvet eyes and shocks
unruly hair, a dream!
On March 2, they were purchased in Kazan
tickets to the Borghese Gallery, without which it is impossible to get into it, they are allowed into
specific time strictly for 2 hours. The gallery is located near the square
Spain in a picturesque park area, where it is very pleasant to take a walk, do
go for a run, ride a tourist train, breathe some air.
The park area is large, only signs to the gallery after exiting the metro
There are no underground passages, you almost go out onto the highway and where to go
unclear. More French tourists came out with us, who, according to the map,
telephone, they led us all in the right direction along the stables, almost like a hare
paths. At the fountain with a lion, from the ring you need to go straight along the fence with one
side and the stadium on the other and after a while you will directly reach the garden
villas, along which there will be a road to the gallery itself. And we got lost and looked
map, followed the signs and still made circles, it’s good that we left early,
so we made it in time for our visit. Electronic tickets must be exchanged
at the ticket office, bags are left in the cloakroom, no photography is allowed, especially
famous sculptures and paintings. It was in this gallery that my second incident happened.
an attack of Stendhal syndrome, strength and emotions to admire by the end of the second hour is simply
there are none left. Bernini is a genius! The collection of paintings is also rich: Titian,
Veronese, Domenichino, Vasari, Cranach, Raphael, Caravaggio, etc. In addition, the halls
galleries - Villa Borghese - deserve special attention, antique statues,
vases, paintings on ceilings and walls, each room has its own name, he was rich
This Cardinal Borghese collected so many masterpieces by honest and dishonest means.
After visiting the gallery, I couldn’t resist and bought a small album so that I could
read, I left the gallery in complete delight and in a wonderful mood.
On the way back we looked into the villa's garden
through the lattice fence, the tangerines were already out of reach, and along the fence
The skins are lying there, we walked a little around the park, and came to Plaza de España. good
atmospheric place, Bernini Barcaccia fountain
fits very well into the architecture of the square. On the Spanish Steps of the Free
There is little space, it’s busy, tourists sit and relax. Plaza de España – a fashionable place
– There are brand stores around. If there are so many people in this place in winter, then in summer
absolute pandemonium.
The evening of this day was busy with a hike
to the Eliseo Theater. Tickets for the play "Romeo and Juliet" were purchased in advance -
36 euros in the stalls for the 3rd row. The performance cannot be filmed. Modern production with
elements of rock, punk, the set design is simple, but the musical accompaniment and
I really liked the lighting design. The acting leaves some
questions. Romeo seemed very eccentric. Juliet is rational. Mercutio
it was good, you can feel the work on the image, a completely different interpretation, a little bit from
Freddie Mercury, a little tragic, a little fatalism. Juliet's Nanny -
Interesting lady, but she smoked a lot. And at the end Romeo and Juliet die from
poison, but before that they smoke a cigarette. Overall, funny and educational
spectacle. I’m ready for such productions, sometimes I watch productions on the Internet,
dancing. And for an unprepared viewer accustomed to the classical interpretation
Shakespeare's plays will be uneasy.
>On the last day – March 3 – we just
walked around the city, did shopping, looked for gifts, thinking with horror about the possibilities
suitcase. The flight was on schedule, we got to the airport from Termini by
bus.
I recently read that someone
inside there is a little Mongolia, a little Japan, and I have a little Italy.
And this Italy is just starting to fill up, three trips are almost
Nothing. So, Italy, mio paese preferito, aspettami ancora!!!
I gave myself a good vacation at the beginning of spring and at the height of the working year! Now I’m waiting for our Russian spring and hoping for its good nature.
