A video on the former Jewish Ghetto in Rome where the Roaming Historian takes you on a journey through the past and present of this fascinating neighborhood.
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Rome Attractions—Church of St. Clement (Basilica di San Clemente)
A blog about Basilica di San Clemente in Rome--a great Rome attraction and archaeological site.
Rome Attractions—Church of Santa Maria sopra Minerva
A short history and travel story on the Roman church Santa Maria sopra Minerva--a great Rome attraction and place to visit in Rome.
Best Piazzas in Rome
There are so many places to visit in Rome that spending time in a piazza may seem like a luxury you can't afford, but I encourage you to visit at least one on your next trip. Rome has some of the grandest public squares in the world. Many boast fabulous fountains (by artists such as… Continue reading Best Piazzas in Rome
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
