Is Rome worth visiting? Absolutely – you can take my word for it. But if you still need more reasons to visit Rome, continue watching as I will tell you, once again, why visit Rome!
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00:00 – 10 REASONS TO VISIT ROME, Italian Capital
01:04 1️⃣ Roman Historic Architecture
02:02 2️⃣ In Rome You can stand in the same spot gladiators once stood
03:18 3️⃣ Rome is a creative hub
03:58 4️⃣ You visit The Pope in The Vatican City
04:37 5️⃣ The Fountains in Rome are Beautiful 🤩
05:14 6️⃣ Roman Food or Food in Rome is delicious
06:17 ✅ Gelato in Rome
07:19 7️⃣ Must Try Wine in Rome: Italian wine
08:18 8️⃣ Rome has GREAT BEACHES nearby
09:17 9️⃣ Rome is a very compact city!
09:55 🔟 Shopping in Rome is great!
Why Visit Rome?
1 — There’s some incredible historic architecture
Rome is an ancient city. That means wherever you go in the city, you’re going to find some super old buildings to marvel at. Some of those historic buildings aren’t that ancient – there are plenty of Renaissance (and other ages) wonders to visit too. The palazzi and piazze spread throughout the city are all sorts of beautiful.
2 — You can stand in the same spot gladiators once stood
The Colosseum is in fact the largest ancient amphitheater ever built, and it remains the largest amphitheater in the world. Built between 70 and 80 AD, the Colosseum in its heyday could hold around 80,000 spectators with an average audience of around 65,000.
Those audiences were there (free of charge!) to see all sorts of incredible public spectacles. Most famously, though, they would have been watching gladiators battle it out and not always to the death.
3 — It’s a creative hub
Rome’s power, especially in terms of the Popes willing to splash out cash on huge works of art and architecture, attracted many creative individuals to the city over the years. Art was allowed to flourish under this wealthy patronage, and allowed both Baroque and Neoclassical to be born in the city.
It was home to a long list of illustrious painters, sculptors, architects and artists, including Michelangelo and Bernini, whose work can be admired across the city and especially at Borghese Gallery
4 — You can visit the Pope
it’s in Rome that you’ll find the Pope.
Here, once you step over the border into the Vatican, you’ll be in the center of Catholicism. It’s home to magnificent landmarks like the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums. Of course, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
5 – The fountains are beautiful
They sure are – and there are a lot of them to be found across the city. From the famed waters of the Trevi Fountain, to lesser known masterpieces of marble and engineering
6 – Food in Rome is delicious
If you travel for food and are asking yourself “why visit Rome?” stop right here! Food alone is one of the best reasons to visit Rome.
7 – You can have gelato year round
Alongside the best of Rome’s cuisine is gelato.
Usually made fresh and with natural ingredients, gelato is endlessly delicious. It’s easy to spend your time hopping from shop to shop enjoying all the different flavors there are on offer. From strawberry and pistachio, to something a little more out there (how about ricotta?), there’s something for first-timers and taste explorers alike.
8 — There’s amazing wine
Ancient Rome left its mark on the wine world, having influenced generations of grape growers across the Italian Peninsula. In fact, it was Roman culture that made wine-drinking democratic – it was available for all manner of people within the empire, from slaves to aristocrats, men and women alike.
9 — It’s easy to hit up the beach
Rome may seem like an endless warren of ancient architecture and historic sights, but the city’s public transport makes it very easy to hit up the nearby coast.
One favorite for Romans looking for some respite by the sea is Ostia. Once the ancient port that served Rome, today Ostia is more known for its beaches – though there’s an archaeological site here too.
10 – It’s a compact city
Unlike sprawling capital cities like London or Tokyo, Rome is mercifully compact for first-time visitors. Its historic center is especially walkable, with many of its top attractions and sights being easily accessed on foot within a day of exploration. That means you won’t be wasting your precious holiday time trying to get to far-flung hotspots on public transport.
11 – The shopping is great
Want to shop for leather and shoes? Then go to Via Frattina. If you’re into vintage threads, then you should make your way to Via Dei Coronari. But if you like your clothes more chic and up-to-date, then Castel Romano
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