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Archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a Roman bridge from the Imperial era during an excavation alongside the Via Tiburtina in north-east Rome. The discovery came to light during roadworks to enlarge the Via Tiburtina, at the 11th kilometre of the modern road and at the seventh mile of the ancient one, which dates to around 286 BC. The bridg...

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Are you wondering what are the best things to do in Rome, Italy? I have been to Rome a handful of times during the summer and autumn seasons. I have seen the famous attractions and done different things to do in Rome also known as “the Eternal City“. I absolutely enjoy my time in Rome even if it’s mainly hectic due to its popularity as one of the m...

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Less than an hour north of Rome, Sabina is an area not yet discovered by tourists. The scenic Sabine Hills, covered with olive groves, are dotted with medieval hill towns, monasteries, castles, and wineries. If you want to get off the tourist track and experience rural Italy, Sabina is a perfect place. If Sabina isn’t on your itinerary or you want...

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Bracciano is the main town on Lake Bracciano, a volcano lake north of Rome that’s Italy’s 8th largest lake. The medieval town, on a hill overlooking the lake, is dominated by Odescalchi Castle. Just a 1 hour train ride from Rome’s Trastevere station, a visit to Bracciano is a relaxing day trip that’s a good contrast to the city. Odescalchi Castle i...

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For those who would like to read more about Rome than just guidebooks, I’ve put together a list of books that go further into Rome’s culture and food. These books can be useful and fun for first-timers, repeat visitors, or anyone just interested in reading about Rome. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying book purchases, which helps defer t...

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"Omnes viae Romam ducunt” or “All roads lead to Rome”: this phrase summarises succinctly the importance of Roman roads. At the peak of its expansive phase, it had developed a road network to make it easy to travel to Rome from anywhere within the network. The streets of ancient Rome represent an extraordinary feat of engineering still to this day....

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Rome celebrates La Madonna della Neve (Our Lady of the Snows) by recreating a miracle snowfall outside the Basilica di S. Maria Maggiore during the height of summer. The 2022 edition of the spectacle, organised with the support of the city, the Vatican and the culture ministry, will take place in Piazza di S. Maria Maggiore at 21.00 on Friday 5 Aug...

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This "white pasta" is one of the most loved Italian dishes in the US. Did you also know that they are not so popular in their homeland? Is one of the world's most appreciated Italian dishes. Fettuccine Alfredo can be considered the "comfort food" par excellence. Fettuccine Alfredo are named after their creator, Alfredo di Lelio, owner of a beloved...

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The Etruscans are widely considered the first great cultural and military power in the peninsula. They had a developed society, good technological knowledge, a complex language, and a complex spiritual system. Their refined aesthetics were powerful enough to influence their most famous neighbors, the Romans. Still today, the elegance of their art r...

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Looking for Day Trips from Rome? Whether you want to visit Ancient Roman ruins, go wine-tasting, check out beaches, gardens, or other must-see Italian cities, you are spoiled for choice! Ancient Roman Ruins near RomeWe are spoiled for choice when it comes to Ancient Roman ruins inside Rome. But it's also easy to visit some pretty amazing ruins outs...

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