Picture hunting on a rainy night!
by effeti
I was with my wife Laura and VT member Lacristina, finally met by real in Rome after many VT messages and forum replys.
We all had a pleasant dinner in a restaurant choosen "following our noses" because it was starting to pour rain..
Once out, not far from the Vatican, we discovered the pleasure of "picture hunting on a rainy night".
The landscapes of the town were absolutelu breathtaking, even if none of us was a first timer there... The pictures you see here do not give the whole idea...
So, what are you wating?
Take your camera, a tripod (i had mine at the hotel room that night), go to Rome and pray for a night rain!
And it's nice when you challenge a fellow Vt to find the best view!
Open Affection is Commonplace
by deecat
The Italians are lovers...they are openly affectionate and never embarrassed about their affectionate ways.
Everywhere we went, we saw couples kissing, holding hands, walking arm in arm. They are not disgustingly passionate, just affectionate.
I also like the fact that the men meet and kiss cheeks. In the USA men are so wrapped up in their image that they seldom even touch another man unless in a contact sport or in a fight!
I realize that Italian men are very concerned about being macho, so it took me by surprise to see them so affectionate with other males. I'm impressed and wish that attitude were more prevelant in America. I personally feel that it is a healthy attitude.
Click the photos to see 3 different "affectionate" situations.
Viterbo... the city of popes
by janchan
Viterbo... called "the city of popes" because the popes journed here for a period during XIII century. The historical center is still intact since middle age, when it was the most important city in the region.
Around the city there are many thermal sites and hot springs, the most famous of which are "Terme dei Papi".
Viterbo is on the Cassia road going north from Rome, at about 60 km.
Rome is Meant for Walking
by WheninRome
Rome is a wonderful city to walk in. I was surprised at first how quickly you can get from one point to another in Rome by walking. For example, we walked from the Borghese Museum back to our hotel near Fiume Square with no problem. Same with the Roman Forum to Pantheon and then on to Trevi Fountain. In some areas, like through Trastevere around Piazza Navona, walking through the narrow streets, window shopping and popping in the various shops is the only way to get around.
One word of caution however, the walking surfaces are virtually all hard stone so wear comfortable shoes. After a week of a lot of walking, our feet were definitely sore; however, if we had uncomfortable shoes on it would have been much worse.
A TASTE OF LA DOLCE VITA
by STEFZAMM about CAFE DOLCE VITA
A typical chic Roman Cafe' situated on Piazza Navona. A lot of important people in Italy have tried Cafe Dolce Vita when in Piazza Navona. The waiters are very nice and helpful. The service is great, the prices are a bit expensive but the food is really good. We went to this Cafe for an ice-cream. A large variety of good food on the menu and if you intend to opt for an ice - cream, I suggest Gran Coppa Dolce Vita, a mixture of different flavoured ice cream, sorbet and fruit. Enjoy..
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"Temple of Aesculapius"
The façade (May 09)
Belli
Circus of Maxentius
