Memories and hints of a travelling IT professional.
The city quarter of Ostia is part of Roma, Italy and former a harbour city. People get here to have a break at the Lido di Ostia and for Ostia Antica – the ruins of the ancient city. The name Ostia derives from ostium, meaning entrance or here: river mouth. Continue reading “Ostia”
The Foro romano in Roma, Italy is the oldest roman forum and was the center of the economic and cultural life. It was changed dramatically by the emporers over time and saw gladiator fights as well es big religious ceremonies. It is located close to the Colosseo. Continue reading “Foro romano”
The Arco di Tito is a triumphal arc belonging to the Foro Romano in Roma, Italy. It was built in 70 BCE to commemorate Titos conquering of Jerusalem. It is 14,5 meters high, 13,5 meters wide and built from marble. Continue reading “Arco di Tito”
The Esposizione Universale di Roma (EUR) is an example of fascist architecture in Roma, Italy. It is a city quarter built in 1938 for the Olympic Games of 1942 – these games have been shifted for a year to be aligned with the “anniversary” of 20 years of Italian fascism.
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The church Santa Maria Maggiore in Roma, Italy is one of the four cathedrals of Roma and belongs to the Civitas Vaticana – even though it is not located on its grounds. It dates back to the 5th century CE.
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The Stadio olimpico is a multi-sport arena in Roma, Italy used especially by the soccer clubs Associazione Sportiva Roma S.p.A. (AS Roma) and Società Sportiva Lazio S.p.A. (Lazio Roma) which opened in 1932 and has space for up to 72000 visitors. It was used for different Olympic Games, soccer club championships and international soccer championships.
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The Ponte Milvio is a nice stone bridge in Roma, Italy, dating back to the year 109 BCE. It spans the river Tevere and became well know because of the battle of Milvio in 312 CE. It is one of the first locations were couples attached love locks to a bridge – something that became later common practice throughout Europe.
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The Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti is a well-known outside staircase in Roma, Italy. It’s German name “Spanische Treppe” (Spanish stairway) is derived from the Piazza di Spagna at its lower end. It was built from 1723 on.
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The Castel Sant’Angelo in Roma, Italy is the fortress of the Vatican City. A protected path leads from San Pietro to the fortification and was built to protect the Pope in case of danger. The Castel is located beautifully at the river Tevere with the Ponte Sant’Angelo in front.
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The Fontana di Trevi is the most famous fountain in Roma, Italy. It is 26 meters high, 50 meters wide and was built from 1732 on. It was inaugurated by the Pope in 1735 – even as the works weren’t finished by then.
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