LET'S NOT FALL IN LOVE WITH ROME

Feb 20, 2016
3 min read

Hello Roma! Let the greetings begin from an Aircraft selfie!

Campidoglio is also known as Capitoline Hill. Italian name - Campidoglio is a Hilltop square designed by Michelangelo, lined with museums and offering views of the Roman forum. Campidoglio located between the Forum and the Campus Martius is one of the Seven Hills of Rome.

The Capitoline Wolf, situated on the right of the Piazza of Campidoglio, is a bronze sculpture of a she-wolf suckling twin human infants, inspired by the legend of the founding of Rome. According to the legend, when Numitor grandfather of the twins of Romulus and Remus was overthrown by his brother Amulius, the usurper ordered the twins to be cast into the Tiber River. The twins were then discovered by a she-wolf who then suckled them. Later a shepherd and his wife found the twins and raised them until they were men who became shepherds themselves. Later, when the twins discovered the treachery of their past, they killed Amulius and restored Numitor to the throne and decided to found the city of their own. The twins ventured back to Tiber River and decided that it will be the location of their new city. Romulus killed his brother Remus and the city was founded as Roma at 758 B.C.

Piazza Venezia, the central hub of Rome, Italy. Walk towards Viale di Fori Imperiali and you will pass by the Roman Forum to the Colosseum.

We-fie at the Altar of the Fatherland also known as Altare della Patria - A monument built in honour of Victor Emmanuel, the first King of a unified Italy. Happiness has once again swallowed by eyes.

Meet my Korean friend and my Hong Kong friend. Activity of the day - enunciating random words in Italian-slang.

The view of the Roman Forum, surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the center of the city of Rome.

Here we are at the Colosseum, known as Flavian Amphitheatre an oval amphitheatre in the center of the city of Rome. Built of concrete and sand, it is the largest amphitheatre ever built.

The construction began under the emperor Vespasian in 72 AD and was completed in 80 AD under his successor and heir Titus. The Colosseum could hold an estimated 50,000 to 80,000 spectators.

The Colosseum was once used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles such as mock sea battles, animal hunts, executions, re-enactments of famous battles, and dramas based on Classical mythology.

Mandatory We-fie at one of the most popular tourist attractions in Rome, Italy!

At the Arch of Constantine, situated between the Colosseum and the Palatine Hill. It was erected by the Roman Senate to commemorate Constantine I's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of Milvian Bridge in 312. And it is the largest Roman triumphal arch.

Restoration works on the Colosseum - partially ruined because of damage caused by earthquake and stone-robbers.

Jump shots are always not-so-glam.

Spotting children having fun with gigantic bubbles, I wanted to unleash the child in me. But better not do something stupid in public. So pretty!

We continue to roam the streets of Rome.

One angry looking grandpa on the wall.

Very interesting doorknob.

Arriving at the Pantheon, one of the best-preserved of all Ancient Roman buildings because of its continuous use throughout its history. Today, the Pantheon is still used as a catholic church.

A horse selfie!

Live Performance, his singing is chilling to the bone. In a very good way!

Checking out the holy place, this is where two Kings of Italy were buried: Vittorio Emanuele II and Umberto I, as well as Umberto's Queen, Margherita.

Stop by for gelato in this surprisingly crowded ice cream shop - Giolitti.

Overcrowded just for gelato

Alot of flavours were seasonal and not available. But we were very happy with our choices. I had Bailey's Irish cream, mango and pistachio. Nice.

Back at Trevi Fountain (Italian: Fontana di Trevi). Here, coins are meant to be thrown using the right hand over the left shoulder. It is said that every time you throw a coin, you will come back again.

The smell of roasted chestnuts cannot be ignored in such cold chilly weather.

Having pre-meal dessert at Don Nino Pantheon. Their tiramisu and pistachio gelato is my personal favourite.

Enjoying some house white wine for free while dining at Da Pietro Al Pantheon.

Romantic style dinner with my first time eating Artichoke and Zucchini.

Deep Fried Artichokes

Crispy Juicy Zucchinis

A Plate of Savory Fried Calamari

House Mussel Pasta, Pastas are handmade.

#behindthescenes on how #asiansatwork

Our meal at Margherita!

Great Pizza, but in cold weathers, the tip is always to dine indoors! :D So your food don't get cold and you don't freeze to death, afraid that your scalp with catch fire from the heating by the hot stove above your head.

P/S: This is how an Artichoke look in real life