Rome is settled at the confluence of the River Aniene and Tiber. Rome is the capital of Italy which has developed itself from the reigns of Constantine I into a modern, cosmopolitan city. Rome is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the Europe offering some great historical and cultural attractions. The historic centre of Rome city is listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Thus, visit to the Rome is incomplete if you do not tour both modern as well as ancient buildings of the city. It is also represented as the Global City as it has strong influence in the politics, media, the arts and culture.
The cultural history of Rome spans to over more than thousand years. The culture and heritage of Rome has made it the third most visited city in the European Union. Tourists usually visit the Colosseum, the ruins of Roman Forum, Galleria Borghese and the Pantheon, drop coins in Trevi Fountain, climb the Spanish Steps or enjoy caffe latte in Piazza Navona. If you want to have the experience of the Renaissance and Baroque character of Rome, you can visit its central part.
Even the Vatican City can be explored on your visit to Rome. Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Cathedral with its fountains, statues and the beautiful church dome is famous among the tourists. The Vatican Museum too features masterpieces of Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael.
Rome also has beautiful beaches at Lazio coastal area where you can relax. Enjoy the ancient historical heritage as well as modern culture of Rome on your visit to the city.
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