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August 17th 2008
Published: August 17th 2008
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Words alone cannot express the complete elation I feel here in Rome. I think it must be noisier than what I'm hearing, but I've blocked it all out. Every moment is a dedication to my 5/6 senses & making certain our children learn as much as possible while enjoying themselves. This is easily accomplished when, for example, one recites the story of Remus & Romulus as we explore Palatine. Not to ment... Read Full Entry



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Senatorial Palace-Palazzo SenatorioSenatorial Palace-Palazzo Senatorio
Senatorial Palace-Palazzo Senatorio

13th century... stairs by Michelangelo
Castel Sant. Angelo -Angel CastleCastel Sant. Angelo -Angel Castle
Castel Sant. Angelo -Angel Castle

134 AD Mausoleum for emperors
Sant. Angelo.....Sant. Angelo.....
Sant. Angelo.....

On the river Tiber
Vatican CityVatican City
Vatican City

Much of the work of Constantine +/- 315 AD
Bernini's monumental ColonnadeBernini's monumental Colonnade
Bernini's monumental Colonnade

With statues of saints
Obelisk Vaticano-Emperor Caligula 37 ADObelisk Vaticano-Emperor Caligula 37 AD
Obelisk Vaticano-Emperor Caligula 37 AD

Fountain by Maderno/Bernini
Basicilica of St. Peter-burial siteBasicilica of St. Peter-burial site
Basicilica of St. Peter-burial site

Dome by Michelangelo 1580's
Coat of ArmsCoat of Arms
Coat of Arms

Pope Alexander VII
The Vatican WallThe Vatican Wall
The Vatican Wall

With tunnels



9th May 2009

Great blog and pics!
Hi, I came across your blog, great pics and blog! I too, have been to Rome and loved it!

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