Rome is different.
The first thing that I notice is how wide the streets are. No other city in Italy has had roads this wide. It makes the city seems a bit more friendly to walking, despite the intense summer heat. It also does a part in making the great monuments of the city really stand apart.
Last night, I got a small taste of the city by making quick stops at the coliseum and the forum. I'll never forget the overwhelmig feeling that I got when I stepped out of the metro. The coliseum was right there in front of me in all its splendor. No dramatic build up, just a single moment to take in the great magnitude of the monument.
Of course I forgot my camera..
Walking around in the evening, the weather was pleasant. Even at night the various monuments, despite being closed, are lit in such a way that it continues to provide a dramatic effect.
It's nice to finally have to luxury of time. I can go through the various parts of the city without having to rush.
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