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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.

Rome in Italy is both known to have two sides of the coin as its facade because the city has both American and European cultures. Rome is considered to be one of the best and famous historical cities known around the globe. Amongst its neighbors, it is also one of the most unique in all of Europe. Rome cannot be visited and toured all in one day because it has so much to offer for the holidaymaker.

Rome’s main attraction is the Coliseum, but one of the most overlooked parts of the trip is trying to survive each time you cross the road. Cars and small motorcycle will never stop for you; you will just have to know proper timing and technique while crossing the bricked streets of the city.

Coffee shops are one of the thriving businesses in Rome. This is due to their great brews that stay unique and fresh unlike those American, London, French and Seattle coffee chains that all taste the same. Always look for Roman coffee while in Rome.

Obvious travel itinerary for your Rome visit is the Coliseum, Pantheon, Vatican City and the national monument along with its ruins. Film is a thriving art in Rome, too. Many artists do filming here so expect a busy film crew anywhere in the streets. Also Opera houses and performances are very abundant everywhere, so be sure to purchase your tickets a day ahead to save yourself of the burdens of lining up for tickets.

Rome Accommodations – Where to Bargain and Get it Cheap

Rome is by no means a cheap city to travel in. It is overly expensive, and this may be due to the increasing value of the Euro. If you plan properly and use the best common sense, then you will not have to put holes in your pockets if you travel in Rome.

You can save greatly on hotels when you go and visit the “Termini Station”. It is the main train station in all Italy and it connects everything in the vast networks of train. From there you will be called out by barkers and representatives of each hotel trying to lure you with brochures, leaflets and palm lets into their hotels. Always try to bid and never forget to say “no thanks” many times before you end up agreeing with EUR50-EUR100 a night on average. If you are looking for accommodation in Rome for the same day, this is the place for you.

However, to keep things as positive as it could be, hotels in Italy are for everyone what ever your budget maybe. If you have limited amounts of cash, feel free to try out “Hotel Ottoviano” in Rome, it is a small hostel situated in the Vatican and is in the heart of markets, restaurants and shopping center. If you are into those luxurious types, you can always find the best places for four and five star accommodation hotels right near the central train station.

Whenever you are in Europe or in Rome for that matter, always carry extra money with you. You will soon find out that you just cannot finish everything you want to accomplish in a day in this wonderful and splendid city.