Rome in a Day


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August 14th 2007
Published: October 8th 2007
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What a packed day! We pretty much ran through the whole city of Rome today. Once again, we splurged for the ship’s transport to and from the city. Since the ship docked in Civitavecchia, we decided it would be most prudent to rely on the ship’s transport rather than the trains. We were dropped at St. Peter’s square and grabbed a cab to the coliseum. The cab ride was crazy - the driver was ... Read Full Entry



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The OculusThe Oculus
The Oculus

Without this hole, the ceiling would be too heavy to support its own weight.
Lineup for the Vatican MuseumLineup for the Vatican Museum
Lineup for the Vatican Museum

... it was about a 1 hour wait.
Vatican MuseumVatican Museum
Vatican Museum

The coffered ceiling is fake - just clever artwork.
Sistine ChapelSistine Chapel
Sistine Chapel

Wall details inside the Sistine Chapel
St. Peter's BasilicaSt. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica

The largest church in the world
God lightGod light
God light

Inside St. Peter's
La Pieta - MichelangeloLa Pieta - Michelangelo
La Pieta - Michelangelo

This is the only piece of work ever signed by Michelangelo



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