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This article is part of FT GlobetRotter’s Guide to Rome
Rome is my city. I was born here, studied here, and worked here in most of my life. Still, I am still surprised at all the discoveries I do every day. As an art historian, I spent my days in the collection of Galleria Borgaze, and I am attracted to the details and location of Caravaggio, Bernini, and all the great creators who left the city. 。
Walking along the busy passage of Campo de Fiori, the oldest outdoor market in Rome and a colorful stall, it is inevitable to think of a boy with a fruit basket. I love buying fruits and flowers here. When you look up, you can see the 16th -century philosopher G -a -Bullino statue overlooking the fun confusion. This small walk usually has little overlooking the opportunity to stop my appetite and stop at FORNO, a famous square bakery for making the best pizza bianca in the world.
Probably not well -known is the long and rich tradition of producing Rome hand -carved chairs. One of the most famous sculptors in the city was Lucian Landucci, who was involved in many prince committees in the late 18th century, including the renovation of Galleria Volgaze. She created something that is widely thought to be the most beautiful chair of Italian neoclassicalism. Exquisite craftsmanship enthusiasts have a strong detour to Via Day Sedari, just behind Della Sapienza Palace, the former historic center of Rome’s sculpture and evil chair design workshops. I recommend it.
I usually am amazed at the windows of Gold Smith and Jewelry Diego Pelkoshipapi, via the nearby Sanzouttachio.
Another secret secret in the area is the 17th -century Santivo Church in the courtyard of the Delasapennza Palace. It is a masterpiece of Roma Baroque architecture by Francesco Boromini. A bent spire similar to a cramped staircase is a genius stroke. When my friends and colleagues were visiting Rome, I took them here, and then the wonderfully sculpted turtles and Fontana deltalhei, one of the most loved fountains in Rome. The required stop continues.
One of the things that has not changed in Rome since ancient times is how lively it is. The poet Holes was famous for enjoying a rare moment when he did not meet anyone in the forum. 。 。 (“I happened to go in a sacred way, like my habit.”). My favorite escape is Antica Libreria Cascianelli, a bookstore full of antique books near the Santa Maria Del Anima Church (probably one of the last types). I am looking for Hores and Ovid poems or good books from the Baroque era. They have incredible selections and sell old prints, drawings, and Objets d’Art.
In order to define a magical place where the corners bend, pass the plaza of Delle Cinque Lune, a magical place, and freshly baked Roman specialty products, including the delicious local version of Sachertorte. Stop at Pasticceria Cinque Lune, a small bakery that you can enjoy.
If you need more peaceful and quiet things, go via Di Monsrato to visit design, vintage, craftsman furniture stores. I usually stop at La Jolie Philharmonic. Despite its name, it’s a truly Italian boutique that sells beautiful handmade dresses and long skirts. After that, cross Tiber to visit Trastever’s cathedral DI Santa Cecilia. It is one of the most romantic places in the city, and the noise in the neighborhood seems to be very far. Furthermore, Villa Farnessina, probably my favorite place in Rome, is not so far through Della Lungara. The Renaissance Villa is built for the banks and the art of art for Patron Agostinodius and is filled with frescoes. You can’t miss Rafael’s Cupids and Psychedelic tribute. It talks about the impossible story of love, but ultimately, everyone is happy to be a god, as it happens in Rome.
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