Day 16- Morning in Rome, Afternoon Train to Florence
August 21st 2009 This morning we took a stroll around the Piazzas within walking distance of the Hotel, including some amazing churches and Basilicas. We entered the Church of St Mary with Angles and Martyrs which was built inside some ancient roman baths and designed by Michelangelo when he was in his 80’s.
We also found the “Scala Santa” (or Holy Staircase) which is said to be the steps from the house of
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