Rome is a timeless city, where history, art and romance intertwine to create an unparalleled travel experience. A walk through the streets of Rome is truly a stroll through history with a capital “H.” This city offers a mesmerising journey through grand piazzas, ancient ruins and elegant streets. Whether you marvel at the grandeur of the Colosseum, stroll through the Renaissance garden of Castello Ruspoli or indulging in exquisite Italian cuisine, Rome captivates with its beauty and charm.
As the Italian capital and the home of the Pope in Vatican City, Rome is a place of endless discoveries. From the awe-inspiring St. Peter’s Basilica to the Galleria Borghese, the Eternal City never ceases to surprise. To fully embrace la dolce vita, savour a plate of cacio e pepe at a traditional trattoria before tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return to this magical city.
Where to stay:
- Palazzo Shedir: Why not spend a night in a palace? This magnificent private mansion, located in the most noble wing of Palazzo Borghese, offers only three regal suites with stunning frescoed halls, fine stuccoes and precious arts.
- Hotel de Russie: Designed in the early 19th century, this hotel features lavish rooms and suites, stunning 2,800sqm Mediterranean tiered secret garden with rose bushes and palm trees, and an award-winning bar.
- Bvlgari Hotel Roma: Located in the heart of Bvlgari’s birthplace, this hotel offers 110 rooms and suites, five distinctive culinary experiences, exquisite boutiques and Italy’s first Bvlgari Dolci chocolatier and patisserie.
Where to eat:
- Per Me Giulio Terrinoni: The Michelin-starred restaurant is renowned as one of the best seafood dining spots in Rome, featuring a charming outdoor space and creative Italian cuisine.
- Imàgo: This glamorous rooftop restaurant offers contemporary Italian cuisine, such as Pasta Burro e Parmigiano and Formaggi pizza..
- 53 Untitled: A Bib Gourmand restaurant that serves classic dishes from Lazio with an Asian twist. The tapas-style morsi e morsetti can be enjoyed as main courses, followed by a selection of salami, cheeses and desserts.
What to do:
- St. Peter’s Basilica: Visit the Holy Doors – a symbol of salvation for Catholics that are only opened during Jubilee years, which are occur every 25 years.
- Galleria Borghese: A treasure trove of art, showcasing works of Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, Correggio, Bernini, Canova and other renowned artists.
- Colloseum: This symbol of the Roman Empire is also known as the Flavian amphitheatre. It shows the story of the magnificent deeds of gladiators and ancient Rome period.
Asia Dreams Volume 54
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