Things To Do In Rome

photo credit: juanRubiano                                 If you are interested in learning Italian in Rome, following a course in an Italian language school and knowing something about the Eternal City then this is a good guide for you.

There are four language skills: reading, writing ability, knowing how to listen and ability to speak. All those things must be developed in order to achieve the ability to understand and express yourself in authentic communication situations. Travel in Rome and staying in Italy for a medium period, can give the opportunity to learn the Italian language together with the history and culture of one of the greatest civilizations of all time.

The Colosseum – the most important monument of ancient Rome, built in 75 A.C. and opened in 80 A.C., the area of about 19,000 square meters was organized into four orders, each of which could contain up to 70,000 spectators. At centre stage was the emperor, who with a single gesture could decide the life or death of the many gladiators who fought there.

Roman Forum – The Roman Forum was built in the sixth century B.C., on swampy land that was drained by the sewerage system. In a short time it became the centre of political and social life of ancient Rome, enriched century after century by new buildings, statues, temples and courts. From Via Salaria (parallel to the Via dei Fori Imperiali) you have access to this incredible archaeological area, almost a city within the city.

Circus Maximus – This huge structure was used as an entertainment arena with shows such as exciting  chariot races, much loved by the Romans. The building was able to accommodate up to 250,000 spectators and is one of the oldest in Rome. Other places to visit are Domus Aurea, Pantheon, Terme di Caracalla, Ara Pacis Augustae, Piramide Cestia, Castel Sant’Angelo, Circo di Massenzio, Cloaca Massima, Ludus Magnus and many others. The most important squares of Rome are : Piazza di Spagna, Piazza Navona, Campo de Fiori, Piazza Venezia, Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Barberini.

It is very easy to find good accommodation in Rome: Bed & Breakfasts and hotels are the most popular housing but you can also find accommodation with host-families or in backpacker accommodation where you sleep in single or double rooms and have free use of the bathroom and kitchen.

Rome is located in the centre of Italy, 20 minutes from the sea. It has two airports: Leonardo da Vinci (Fiumicino), located 32 km from the city centre and Ciampino, 15 km away. The main railway station in Rome is Termini Station, located in the heart of the city. There are two subway lines and many bus-lines. There are many Italian language schools, with a wide choice of courses and of course is only one of many Things To Do In Rome.