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Villa Farnesina 17th century fresco. Credit: Villa Farnesina

Hidden Frescoes Discovered at Villa Farnesina

November 30, 2024November 30, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

An electrician performing routine maintenance at Villa Farnesina in Rome stumbled upon a remarkable hidden treasure: vibrant 17th-century frescoes attributed to Baroque painter Carlo Maratta and his pupils, Girolamo Troppa and François Simonot.

Roman monuments -: the colosseum which entered an agreement with Airbnb to stage gladiator fights

Colosseum defends agreement with Airbnb

November 15, 2024November 15, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Colosseum has defended a controversial agreement with Airbnb that allows the ancient amphitheatre to host gladiator-themed events.

Trevi pool in front of fountain. Image credit: AP

Toss your coins in the Trevi pool

November 3, 2024November 3, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

As the Trevi Fountain in Rome undergoes maintenance work, tourists now have an unprepossessing ‘Trevi pool’ into which they can toss their coins.

Emily in Paris, in front of the Trevi Fountain. Credit: Giulia Parmigiani/Netflix - from X.com

‘Emily in Paris’ – or is that Rome?

October 13, 2024October 13, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

‘Emily in Paris’, the hugely popular Netflix show is also in Rome for season 5. The French President, light-heartedly presumably, asks for it to return to Paris.

Best City in the World list 2023 - Rome is no 7

10 most popular sights in Rome

October 13, 2024October 13, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Rome, the Eternal City, brims with history, art, and culture at every turn. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or returning to soak in its charm, these ten popular sights in Rome capture the essence of this extraordinary city.

Trevi Fountain, Rome. Image: wikipedia creative commmons license

Access to Trevi Fountain to be limited during Jubilee

October 7, 2024October 7, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Access to the Trevi Fountain will be restricted during the Roman Catholic Jubilee Holy Year in 2025. It is part of a pilot scheme that could pave the way for an entry fee to view the famous landmark, Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri announced on Monday.

Roma Termini station where there is major train disruption following a blackout

Train disruption as Rome stations face blackout

October 2, 2024October 2, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Thousands of passengers were stranded, and dozens of trains faced delays and cancellations on Wednesday morning following a technical issue in Rome. The train disruption will have severe knock-on effects.

Spanish Steps ownership row with France

September 16, 2024September 16, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Spanish Steps are at the centre of a diplomatic spat between Rome and Paris following a report by the French Court of Auditors.

The Spanish Steps: A Rome Landmark

September 16, 2024September 16, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Spanish Steps, or Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti, are one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks. These elegant steps, built between 1723 and 1725, connect Piazza di Spagna with the Trinità dei Monti Church.

Rome tram service. Picture a green tram in Rome

Rome tram service suspended until 3rd November

September 16, 2024September 16, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Rome tram service will be temporarily suspended from 16th September until 3rd November. Buses will replace the trams as the final phase of works at the Porta Maggiore tram depot begins.