Rome – The Eternal City, Part 1

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italy; rome; trevi fountain; art; tourism; travel

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rome; italy; vatican; museum; art; travel; tourism

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rome; italy; vatican; st. peter's basilica; religion; catholic; travel; tourism

This year’s Thanksgiving was a bit unconventional. It was not spent inside around the fire surrounded by family watching football while eating turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes. This year I was in Rome, experiencing Italy for the first time and it did not disappoint. The air was warm and refreshing, the sun and green trees were inviting to walk around in as the day wore on.

From the museums and historical sites to the food and drink, I was surprised by how inviting it all felt. The people I encountered were almost all nice, a bit more laid back then in other European cities I have visited. Despite the crowds of tourists it never felt rushed – as if life went by at it’s own methodical pace.

These photos are of the Arch of Constantine, Trevi Fountain, Piazza del Popolo, The Vatican Museum an undisclosed alley and St. Peter’s Basilica.

Next up – a series of black and white images