Discover Santa Maria sopra Minerva in Rome — a Gothic basilica with Michelangelo’s “Christ the Redeemer,” frescoes, burial sites of saints, and the quirky Bernini elephant & obelisk.
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Eating in Italy: A Guide to Italian Dining Etiquette & Courses
The writer shares their love for Italian trattorias, highlighting the multi-course dining experience. They recommend trying each course, but also suggest cost-effective alternatives. The writer advises on Italian dining etiquette and shares their favorite restaurants. The post also promotes tour partners, affiliate links, and photographic prints. Overall, it's a guide to savoring authentic Italian cuisine.
How to Eat in Italy Like a Local (Dining Etiquette & Food Rules Explained)
When dining in Italy, follow these tips for an authentic experience: drink coffee standing, have aperitivo before dinner, and avoid Americanized dishes. Learn how to eat in Italy like a local. Discover Italian dining etiquette, food rules, and tips to avoid common mistakes at restaurants.
Rome Tourist Attractions: The Pantheon
Explore the Pantheon in Rome—its extraordinary ancient dome, fascinating history from Hadrian to Raphael, and must-see sights inside and around this iconic archaeological gem.
Rome Attractions: Nero’s Golden Palace
Roman history is filled with colorful characters, but few are so universally disliked as Nero. He is portrayed as cruel and debauched—a morally depraved man whose ego was more important than the citizens of Rome. The empire was appalled when he had his own mother put to death. If a man could be this brutal… Continue reading Rome Attractions: Nero’s Golden Palace