Ancient Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, iconic historic landmarks in Rome.
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Colossal Guide to Visiting the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

In the center of Rome, you’ll find the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Known also by its Latin name Forum Romanum, it is a rectangular forum or plaza surrounded by the ruins of the ancient city. For centuries, it was the center of day-to-day life in Rome. The site of processions, elections, public speeches, criminal trials, and gladiatorial matches. As well…

visiting st peter's basilica
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How To See This Remarkable View From St Peter’s Basilica Dome

The Papal Basilica of St. Peter in the Vatican, or simply St. Peter’s Basilica, is an Italian Renaissance church in Vatican City. Right off the bat, it’s impressive, as is St Peter’s Basilica dome. Climbing St Peter’s dome also gives you an impressive view of Rome, which you’d be silly to skip! It’s a view that’s unforgettable,…