The Colosseum, symbol of the glory of the Eternal City, surpasses in size all the amphitheatres ever built in Rome. Work on its construction began in the early years of Vespasian's reign, and in 80 Titus gave orders for the inauguration of the... read more
It is one of the most enormous arches ever built in Rome. It is 21 metres high, almost 36 metres wide and its walls are over 7 metres thick. The arch was built in 315 by decree of the Senate and the Roman people to celebrate the tenth anniversary... read more
St Peter's Basilica in Vatican City is a sight not to be missed when in Rome. The main temple of the Catholic Church is located in the heart of the Vatican State on the Vatican Hill. The current cathedral building was built in 1506-1... read more
The Vatican palaces form one of the most magnificent monumental architectural complexes in the world. Their construction began in the fourteenth century with the aim of to create a papal residence worthy of their high status. The original papal re... read more
