19 Mart 2009 Perşembe

Top 20 Things To Do In Rome.

Rome is capital of Italy and one of the most popular touristic destination for millions of tourists every year. This ancient city has great historical origin. The city is popular for its historical aspects but also when you visit the city you will see the ancient and modern architectural city. There are many activities that attract tourists. here are the top 20 things to do in Rome;









1. Colosseum
One of the most amazing and most popular site attraction in the world. Millions of tourists visit here every year.The gladiator and animal fights were held in Colosseum in ancient Rome.











2. Shopping
One of the the most famous shopping district in Italy and also in the world. Prada, Gucci, Etro, Dolce Gabbana, Miu Miu, Benetton, Bottega Veneta, Missoni, Versace, Tod's, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Wolford, Sephora, Jimmy Choo, Tiffany and many other Italian designer collections. Really heaven for who loves shopping.











3. Capitolone Museums
Collection of artifacts, archaeological finds, the famous fragments of a massive sculpture of Constantine, a collection of medieval and Renaissance art.









4. Villa-Galleria Borghese
The Villa Borghese is the largest public park in Rome. Here you can find one of the permier art museums in the world.








5. Palatine Hill
It is one of the seven hills of Rome. You will have a great city view from the top of the hill. The House of Livia and the Farnese gardens are the main visiting areas.










6. Trevi Fountain
Drop a coin into the fountain and your wishes will become true. At least everyone believe this:) This meeting place is usually overcrowded.










7. The Museo Nazionale Romano
The museum was opened in 1889. You can see one of the world's leading archaeological collections here.








8. Pantheon
One of the most impressive and excellent buildings of the Imperial Rome. This Roman temple dedicated to all the gods of pagan Rome.









9. Ponte Fabricio
The oldest remaining structure crossing the Tiber River.








10. Santa Maria In Trastevere
One of the oldest churches in Italy.













11. Theater of Marcellus
Theater of marcellus was the largest theater in Ancient Rome which was built by emperor Augustus.












12. Vatican Museums
Vaticen Museum is the most popular and largest museum in the city. Great collection of Egyptian and Etruscan artifacts, Greek and Roman sculptures, many archeolocigal finds and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel.












13. Via Appia and the Aurelian Wall
Built in the 3rd century as a defence system. One of the most popular sites that you must see when you travel to Rome.










14. Rome Olympic Stadium
The stadium is located in the North of Rome. It is the home stadium of Italian National Team. If you are lucky you can watch one of the world's greatest derby between Lazio and Roma football clubs.











15. Arch of Constantine
Arch of Constantine is the largest of arches to survive in Rome today.














16. St. Peter's Basilica
Living hearth of the Catolican Church.











17. Area Sacra dell ' Argentina
The amazing Area Sacra dell’Argentina is one of the best sites to see the remains of Roman architecture from the Republican era.










18. Circus Maximus
The Circus Maximus was a track used primarily for horse-racing, hunts and mock battles. It was built in 6th century adn had 300,000 seats.












19. Capitol Plaza
The most beautiful public plaza in Rome was built by Michelangelo.











20. Rome Zoo
Rome's Zoo is located in the Villa Borghese park area. A nice alternative for family trips specially for children who may be bored of historical sights of Rome.

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