Rome

Rome attracts millions of tourists each year. The city has an unusual grandeur of scale along with the stunning art and architecture. Its terrible traffic and extremely lively citizens add to the picture. Rome is a city of living history. Christian churches stand atop the ruins of pagan temples and new walls are build on ancient Corinthian columns. Though the layers of ages are piled up in Rome, the flow of city life is vibrant and forward. Don’t expect that you could see Rome in just one day. You can devote a whole day to visiting the ancient center of Rome – Campidoglio, designed by Michelangelo, the Palatine Hill with its little museum, the Roman Forum and the nearby Colosseum. If you’re looking for great sunset views, it’s best to admire the panorama from the Pincio Gardens. Overall, Rome is an exceptionally beautiful city, fascinating for both its ancient and modern wonders. However, some people might think the city is rather untidy and disorganized.

The best time to visit Rome in terms of weather are May and June. In spring, the weather can be unstable, with clear sky in the morning and storms in the afternoon. In July and August, the temperatures rise above 85 F/30 C, and the humidity is high. As a result, locals tend to flee the city by the end of summer. Fall is rather mild but sometimes rainy. It’s actually a good time for touring around, and the place is not so crowded. As for the transportation, the narrow streets of Rome are fraught with scooters and local drivers are far from being cautious. Moreover, parking is difficult and very few parking garages are available. Most visitors prefer to walk the city since everything in the historical center is within a walking distance. If you’re tired, you can take a taxi or use local metro or bus transportation.