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Rome Tourism
Rome is the capital of Italy and of Latium, a region of central Italy. The Vatican City, a sovereign enclave within Rome, is the seat of the Roman Catholic Church and the house of the Pope.
Rome is more than a captivating European capital city; it is a fantastic encyclopedia of living history. The city is huge, although the historic center is quite small. It is an exciting mix of traditional ruins, artistic and architectural masterpieces, and extravagantly decorated churches and piazzas.
Spectacular festivals and events are celebrated in Rome all round the year. To get acquainted with the wonderful past and present of this city, you can participate in guided walking and bus tours. Rome has an efficient public transportation system that provides the convenience of buses and subways at a nominal cost.
The city is home to a large number of shopping malls. Spanish Square offers you designer merchandise, whereas the more reasonably priced clothing is found on the Via del Corso and Via Tritone. Towards the north of Spanish Square, there are areas renowned for their traditional shops and art galleries.
Rome has a lively nightlife too, with open-air symphonies, ballet and opera shows, as well as live rock and jazz concerts.
Rome may appear like a city of contrasts, but its eternal magic lies in its ability to merge the old with the new.
