The Grandeur that was Rome

Often, Rome is associated with its history. A lot of Roman Empires, their leaders and their stories on how they failed and conquered has been known to many; written in lots of pages in history books through knowledge passed on from generation to generation. It is undeniable that Rome was indeed grand not only in history but also even up to its existence until today.

It may not be completely clear why the phrase The Grandeur that was Rome was created, but seeing Rome through time and still shine among all other cities would just prove that probably, whoever authored that line (presumably Edgar Allan Poe’s poem Helen) has seen what Rome has been, has become, and will ever be – GRANDIOUS not only on its history, but also its beauty.

Beauty is something Rome also happens to be rich at. Its luscious city is wrapped with enthralled pieces of its history that are now many of its tourist attractions. When people usually destroy the old and build something new to attract foreigners, Rome has done the opposite. It kept and preserved and maintained what was left of the city through time and made it the highlight of their city’s nature and culture.

Among the best tourist and historic attractions in Rome are: The Colosseum – the largest monument that exists in the Imperial Rome; The Roman Forum – the focal point of Republican Rome; The Pantheon – Italy’s best preserved ancient building; The Capitoline Hill – where a great view welcomes you and amuses you like no other; Piazza Navona – lively piazza surrounded by lovely and lively cafes; Villa Borghese – houses lots of famous sculptures and paintings; Saint Peter’s Basilica – the largest Roman Catholic building; and Vatican Museums – the largest museum complex which houses 3000 years worth of Roman art.

Rome has become one the most visited cities that there was an increase of demand for different business establishments to arise. Bars, restaurants, diners, cafes, souvenir shops, inns, lodging houses, and apartments in Rome have filled the city. This made Rome not only the center of history and tourist destinations, but also a center of commerce.

Whatever angle it may be, once a city is rich of something, be it on history or the nature’s wonders and beauty or maybe even both, the place would really be booming and – to connect to what Rome was called for – grand. If the Romans would take good care of what they have kept important for the past centuries, it would also keep its radiance and beauty to the world.