Room With A View
That tower belongs to the Villa Medici.
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| Ancient steps, a secret entrance? |
The surrounding gardens are, I believe, part of the Borghese Gardens. This morning I woke early and opened the window to be greeted by a wonderful cacaphony of birdsong from the nearby trees and church bells in the distance. A nice welcome to Roma!
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| Statues guarding the gate. |
Today we’re going to attempt a self-guided walking tour around the area which includes the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and streets where Fellini shot many of his movies. (Apparently he has a monument too, from what I could gather from the driver who brought us into town from the airport. I was quite tired and suffering from caffeine withdrawal at that point, but will verify today.) And some other stuff too.
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That staircase may be hundreds of years old.
I can imagine a stonemason carving each step meticulously as art.
I hope your morning coffee satisfies!
Have a wonderful day!
Good morning to you! Caffeine withdrawl should not be an issue from now on since you arrived in the land of cafe. Espresso, macchiato, latte …. enjoy!
Go and stand at the counter, like the italian men do and enjoy an espresso for 1 euro or less. 🙂
Hello:
How wonderful that you have finally arrived! We are sure that the long flight must have been very tiring, but today you are waking up in Rome! How exciting. We shall so much look forward to reading more about the sights you will see, the people who you will meet and, of course, the food and drink!
Have a wonderful day today – and don’t do too much.
What a wonderful view to begin your day! By the time I’m writing, you’ll have walked the city and begun to absorb Rome and make it your own. Lucky you — enjoy!
Yay. I’m going to get some popcorn and just sit here, waiting, for more:).
don’t miss babington’s tea house going down the steps on the left.wonderfully atmospheric and great tea and cakes.
oops, meant on the right going down 🙁
Enjoy your sojourn in Rome!
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Love the picture!! I do not know what it is about church bells or bells on a college campus, but I just love them!! Sets a scene that I want to be in….
Glad you have arrived safely… enjoy your first day there! With a lovely coffee or two as well. Beautiful scenery…. X
I can’t wait to go to Rome. You’re so lucky!!!
Loved your pictures! I linked to your blog yesterday (for packing tips). I’ll be visiting some of the same places in October. I’ll be studying your posts everyday! Enjoy your trip!
Thanks so much for “taking us along”, Pseu! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!
Ah bella Roma. So many similarities between italian and french culture. The morning cappucino is my favorite. Enjoy the beauty!
Oh, Ms Pseu, I am there! I am there! Have a wonderful time!