There are few places left in this world where you can casually walk through 2,000 years of history. Wandering through Rome, Italy, you are constantly reminded of a storied empire that laid the foundation for Western civilization. Around every corner, you’ll run into a formidable ancient monument, grandly gilded cathedral, or priceless piece of Renaissance art. But behind all that outward splendor and beauty are tragic tales of power, religion, death, and destruction – this is history served up in all its brutal rawness.
To capture Rome in every bit of its glory, Big & Small Travel present this quick video of its highlights.
We had a whirlwind two weeks in this majestic Italian city, jumping between the fringes of town to the historical center, exploring must-see attractions as well as a few hidden gems (side tip: go check out the creepy Capuchin Crypt, featuring a macabre display of skeletal remains of 4,000 friars – no pics allowed inside!). In this video, see the Colosseum, Pantheon, Roman Forum, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, Circus Maximus, Roman Aqueducts, Vatican City, and more.
The Romans remain proud of their city, their culture, and their pizza, of course – and you will only fully understand why after stepping foot on their stunning and sacred land.
