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Rome in winter is no less interesting than in summer. Besides there’s no sticky heat which is a characteristic feature of the summer Rome. When chilly outside it’s much nicer to drop in at a café and have a cup of hot chocolate!

After reading several guide-books a head is in a muddle: the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Piazza Venezia…But the experienced travelers and Rome-admirers say it’s better to get acquainted with the city leisurely, step by step looking round Rome.

Firstly, one should find a green information booth and to take a city map. Secondly, it’s a good idea to get on the tram #3 or #8. They circle round the city so you have a chance to see the whole Rome through the glass windows.

The tram will surely pass the Colosseum and after its examination you can turn to Fori Imperiali and take photos. The street is famous due to several reasons: 1) this is the longest archaeological area in the world. The ancient market, Trajan’s Column and other sights are situated here 2) The street is located between Piazza Venezia, the Colosseum, Arch Of Constantine and the Capitoline Hill 3) this street hosts military parades and concerts of the famous bands and singers like Elton John and Paul McCartney.

Then you can go any way you like – Rome is rich in churches, fountains, squares, hills, museums, streets and small shops. If you go from Navona Square towards the Pantheon, you’ll pass a modern dwelling house standing over the ancient ruins. This is real Rome – the complete mutual understanding and interpenetration of history and modern life.

Squares in Rome are at every step. Most of them are overcrowded although there are small squares which are not so popular with the tourists. The Minco Square, a part of the Coppede Quarter, is one of such squares. Fountains, arches and Art Nouveau buildings – this Rome is worth seeing!

No less interesting is the historical area around Rome called Campo del Fiori. Narrow lanes, arches, endless stores with different goods, salespeople with barrows full of vegetables, vintage salons rub shoulders with luxurious Renaissance palaces and linen on the ropes… the sceneries one will never forget!

About spiritual traditions of the city remind the magnificent Vatican. Bear in mind that it is allowed to stroll through its gardens only with a guide. Go round the elliptic Saint Peter’s Square and then go upstairs its dome, buy a card and send it by post, which is situated right here. The card will be posted with a Vatican stamp.

Then go to the Argentina Square where a kind of cat shelter is situated. They live among the ancient ruins in the close territory. There is a shop which sells “cat” souvenirs. The most popular of them is a stone from the Tiber with a cat image on it. It is believed to bring luck. For other souvenirs go to the flea market located 10 minutes away from the “Pyramide” metro station. Keep alert – Rome is famous for the pickpockets.

And don’t forget to enjoy the sunset in Rome strolling along the Circus Massimo: the sun floods the ancient ruins of the Palatine Hill opposite the circus.

This article is written to be a guide for all those people who are interested in learning Italian in Rome, following a course in an italian language school and knowing something about the Eternal City.

There are four language skills: reading, writing ability, knowing how to listen and ability to speak. All those things must be developed since the first level of expertise in order to achieve the ability to understand and express themselves

in authentic communication’s situations. Travel in Rome and staying in Italy for a medium period, can give the opportunity to learn italian language together with the history and culture of one of the greatest civilizations of all time:

the Romans Places to discover and learn in Rome are so many. We want introduce the most important places to visit of this singular and unique city in the world that match contrasting styles and live art and life: Imperial Rome and Baroque Rome, worldclass Rome and less-style Rome.

Colosseum – Is the most important monument of ancient Rome, built in 75 A.C. and opened in 80 A.C.The area of about 19,000 square meters was organized into four orders, each of which could contain up to 70,000 spectators. At center stage was placed the Empire, who with a single gesture could decide the life or death of gladiators. In underground were organized and carried out the scenery of the games. In 438 a.c. games were banned and Coliseum was gradually abandoned.

Roman Forum – The Roman Forum was founded in the sixth century B.C. On swampy land that was drained by the built of a sewerage system. In a short time it became the center of political and social life of ancient Rome, enriching century

after century of new buildings, statues, temples, courts. From Via Salaria (parallel to the Via dei Fori Imperiali) you have access to this incredible archaeological area, almost a city within the city.

Circous Maximus – This huge structure was used as entertainment shows such as exciting race with “bighe”, much loved by the Romans. The building was able to accommodate up to 250,000 spectators and is one of the oldest in Rome.Other

places to visit are Domus Aurea,Pantheon,Terme di Caracalla, Ara Pacis Augustae,Piramide Cestia,Castel Sant’Angelo,Circo di Massenzio,Cloaca Massima,Ludus Magnus and so much others. The most important Square of Rome are : Piazza di Spagna, Piazza Navona, Campo de Fiori, Piazza Venezia, Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Barberini.

It’s very easy find a good accomodations in Rome: Bed & Breakfast and hotels are the most usefull housing but you can also have an accommodation with host-families or in flats where sleep in single or double rooms and have free use of the bathroom and kitchen.

Finally something about the position and Logistics: Rome is located in the centre of Italy, 20 minutes from the sea tirreno. It has two airports: Leonardo da Vinci (Fiumicino), located 32 km from the city centre and Ciampino,

15 km. The main railway station in Rome is Termini Station, located in the heart of the city. There are two subway lines and so many bus-lines.