A rainfall of rose petals from the Pantheon oculus
The magical appearance of “La pioggia di petali di rose” or the rain of rose petals coming down from oculus of the Pantheon is beautiful...
Tourist Information Point
Rome has many Tourist Information points called PIT (Punti Informativi Turistici) in the city center. They look like green kiosks (see...
The macabre Capuchin Crypt
Located in the Chiesa di Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini in Via Veneto, the capuchin crypt represents an extremely...
About public restrooms in Rome
The truth is: public restrooms are a rare commodity in Rome, and when found, they are often undesirable. Toilet seat covers are a rarity,...
Urin Tax in ancient Rome
PECUNIA NON OLET = money does not stink. The ancient Romans have passed many traditions on to modern day society, but they certainly had...
What time is it in Rome?
Rome is one hour ahead of London, six ahead of New York, seven ahead of Chicago, and nine ahead of Los Angeles. Rome is nine hours behind...