Rome Italy Travel Guide - Rome is so filled with Christian art and architecture, wonderful sights, cultural exhibits and so much more that the city will astound you. It is fascinating no matter where you look. There are so many places to visit and monuments to admire. To really understand the culture and soul of Rome you have to stand among its wonderful landscapes. Make sure to Visit the Vatican while you are there. When visiting the Vatican please make sure you follow the dress codes. They are very particular rules and guidelines. In particular that all people, men and women have their shoulders and knees covered in all the indoor parts of the Vatican.

Next you will also want to see the Basilica de San Pietro, which was designed by Michaelangelo and houses his beautiful Pieta painting. There is a free tour offered through the inside and your guide are volunteers. Be sure to go and see it.

Please also make sure to visit So Prazza San Pitetro at noon on Sundays to hear the Pope address the crowd. A lot of visitors do come to see this so try to get there early. Make it a point to see the Pantheon. It was built in the 2nd century ad and is a fantastic to actually see. While you are inside it pay particular attention to the dome at the top of the structure. It is the only light source for the entire building. The Colosseum where the gladiators did combat is an awesome sight so be sure to fit that in too. When the Colosseum was finished being built in the year 72 ad the city celebrated for 100 days. It was quite an accomplishment.

Rome Italy was built on seven hills and is just what you have heard and a lot more. On the tops of the seven hills there are a number of beautiful views, but the best ones are from Pincio, the top of San Pitetro and Geanicolo. The more you see of Rome Italy the more you will want to learn about it. There is a fascinating story behind each and every one of the buildings in this city as well as a lot of history.