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INTRODUCTION TO ROME Rome is the capital of Italy and also of the Province of Rome and of the region of Lazio. With 2.9 million residents in 1,285.3 km2 (496.3 sq mi), it is also the country's largest and most populated commune and fourth-most populous cityin the European Union. The urban area of Rome extends beyond the administrative city limits with a population of around 3.8 million. Between 3.2 and 4.2 million people live in Rome metropolitan area. The city is located in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula, along the shores ofTiber river. Vatican City is an independent country within the city boundaries of Rome for this reason Rome has been often defined as capital of two states.

History of rOMERome is one of the oldest named cities in the world. Its political power was eventually replaced by that of peoples of mostly Germanic origin, marking the beginning of the Middle Ages. Rome became the seat of the Roman Catholic Church and the home of a sovereign state, the Vatican City, within its walls. Today it is the capital of Italy, an international worldwide political and cultural center, a major global city, and is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities of the ancient world.

Rome EducationSchool attendance is compulsory from ages six to 14 in Italy. Classes may be held six days a week, and education is a serious matter. There are many universities, educational centers, and degrees available in higher education. Italy's largest institution, the University of Rome, has an enrollment of 190,000 students. Founded in 1303, the university confers many degrees in international relations and communications. Due to an extraordinary wealth of art, Rome is a major center for studies in creative dance, dramatic arts, music, and art restoration

ROME TRANSPORTATION

1. Metro-Bus-traMSuch as in any big cities metro station in Rome is easy to use and faster Metro is the easiest way to get around in the city, for 1.50 euro it'll take you to your destination around the center2. Bicycle“Enjoy Rome” are an English speaking company that provide useful help and tips for visitors to Rome. They also organize an exceedingly good bicycle tour of the city.

3. BoatsIn September 2008 I traveled with Grimaldi Prestige Ferries from Barcelona to Civitavecchia, near Rome. The crossing time was twenty one hour. It was a nice experience, the food was ok and the cabin.

4. air PlaneWe flew with the air company named air europa. The flight was not direct, first we flew from Malaga to Madrid airport and from madrid to rome.

5. Horse carriage

Besides all the mode transport in Rome, the horse carriage is also one of the easiest way to go around the city. We didn't take the ride is too expensive, I have ask some information for the price

6.trainTo travel The train services are provided by Trinitarian in Italy. The rail network connects all major cities in Italy together. Also, the train is the easiest and cheapest means of transport

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ROMEThe Colosseum, Rome's second and the world's 39th most popular tourist attraction, with 4 million tourists a year.Rome is regarded the world's most beautiful ancient cities, and contains vast amounts of priceless works of art, palaces, museums, parks, churches, gardens, basilicas, temples, villas, piazzas, theatres etc.

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1. COLOSSEUM. The most famous building of the Roman Empire.

2. St. Peter's Basilica The largest church in the world, this great building with Michelangelo's impressive dome is the center of Christianity.

3. Forum RomanumAs the de facto heart of Ancient Rome, the Forum boasted plenty of temples, arches and basilicas.

4. Circus MaximusThe Circus Maximus was an arena specially built for the wildly popular chariot races. The largest stadium in ancient Rome, it had a seating capacity of over 250,000 people.

5. Mosque Mosque of Rome built in traditional middle-eastern Islamic style. Finished in 1995, the Mosque of Rome is the biggest in Europe, even surpassing the Great Mosque of Paris, and is an important centre amongst Rome's growing Muslim community.

6. SynagogueGreat Synagogue of Rome. eclectic architecture with slight neo-classical and Jewish influence. The biggest and main synagogue of Rome, it provided a place of worship to the city's Jewish community ever since 1901-1904, when the current eclectic edifice was constructed

Rome CuiSineS

Though present day Italians are known for pizza and pasta, they were not part of the traditional Roman diet. In early Rome, food consisted of mostly soup and boiled meats, and they did not bake bread. Later with influence from cultures they had conquered, the Romans adapted to a new menu.

The lunch for Roman was called as cibus meridianus or prandium. Normally, foods for lunch are quick meals that are usually served during half time of the day. Roman lunch may include vegetables, fish, salad, cheese, meat, fruits and salted bread.Meals of the Romans are symbols of their living. Those who can serve various food in a meal can be considered richer than the other

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