Spanish Steps

One of the most characteristic places in Rome, and perhaps the most beautiful. Before descending the steps, you will note the Church of SS. Trinità dei Monti, beyond which a road leads to the Pincio, passing the Villa Medici. This affords an admirable evening stroll, just before sunset, as from the platform of the Pincian Gardens you get a magnificent view over Rome. It was on the site of these gardens that Messalina, the wife of Claudius, celebrated her orgies. Here also were the famous gardens of Lucullus, the giver of many feasts, debauches, races by torchlight, and every kind of frivolous amusement.
At the foot of the Spanish Steps flower-sellers make a fine display of their wares, but the beautiful artists' models referred to in old guide-books are not now noticeable.

S. Maria del Popolo

This church, a favourite burial place of cardinals and great personages, is almost a museum. Its outstanding feature is the Chigi Chapel, constructed under the direction of Raphael, and containing notable mosaics, frescoes and works of art by several notable artists.

S. Maria Maggiore

This is the greatest and most beautiful of Roman churches. It was founded A.D 352 to commemorate a miraculous fall of snow, which covered the spot of ground and no other,on the 5th August – a rare event at that season. This legend is celebrated every year on this date by the fest of La Madonna della Neve, when, during a solemn high mass in the Borghese chapel, showers of white rose-leaves are thrown down constantly through two holes in the ceiling.

In this splendid 12th century building there are in the Nave and Triumphal Arch mosaics of the first importance. The magnificent ceiling, dating from 1498, was gilded with the first gold brought by Columbus from America, presented to Alexander VI by Ferdinand and Isabella of Spain.

In the right transept is the Chapel of the Holy Sacrament, a gem of Renaissance art; while in the left transept is the Borghese chapel containing the tombs of Paul V and Clement VIII. Nothing can exceed the costly decorations used in this chapel.

A famous scene of violence occurred in this church in 1075, when Pope Gregory VII was attacked while celebrating mass on Christmas Eve and made prisoner. He was rescued, however, by the populace the next day, and with great courage returned to the basilica and finished the interrupted mass.

Car Hire Italy

Take advantage of car hire Italy on your next visit to Europe's food and style centre. Think about it, beautiful cities all over Italy will be within easy reach with car hire including the uber-fashionable city of Milan. With car hire Milan it's possible to experience all of the attractions that the city and its scenic surroundings have to offer.

Milan is a beautiful city that is known the world over for its cutting edge fashion and designs. In this style capital, you'll always be weighed down with bags and what better way to carry them around than in the back of your Milan rental car. Not only will you be taking the weight off your feet, you'll also be seeing a whole new side of the city. Hiring a car in Milan with Argus Rentals means you have the freedom to leave the city at any time you wish and take to the open road to explore scenic landscapes and fascinating history. In a city where shopping, eating and clubbing are taken seriously, something or someone is always vying for your attention in Milan. The city centre lies to the northwest and surrounds the famous train station built by Mussolini in 1931. Milan must-sees include Piazza duomo, Piazza Cairoli, Piazza san Babila and Piazza Cairoli. Wherever you travel in Milan, one thing is for sure, you'll be counting down the days until your return visit.

A Great U.S. Vacation at the Florida Panhandle

This may be a little off topic but I often browse through travel sites in other places other than Rome. Today let's talk about a great place to visit if you're around the southwest part of the United States.

The Florida Panhandle is a sunny place filled with excellent beaches and a relaxing atmosphere. This part of Floria is perfect if you're looking for great weather.

There are many things to do in the Florida Pandhandle - from all kinds to water activities like boating and swimming to sports like tennis and volleyball. Also, if you're look for something less strenuous, there's fine places to dine and wine and shop.

Why visit Rome?

Rome, throughout the ages, has been the goal of innumerable visitors and pilgrims and her attractions are not today inferior to those of the past.
After years of destruction in Europe, her impressive monuments, her enchanting sites of historical interest seem to have acquired a greater power of attraction for all the civilized world.

Via di Villa Ruffo

PIAZZA DEL POPOLO - VIA DI VILLA RUFFO
Apartment into the parkland of Villa Borghese and 3 minute walk to P.za del Popolo set in the heart of the historical center of Rome in an area full of trees and just the needed distance from all the city venues and traffic.
170sq.mts + 45sq.mts terrace, sunny, quiet apartment set on the third (top) floor, it consists of:
ENTRANCE
Comfortable entrance, 4 steps up, leading to:
LIVING ROOM
very large salon with 2 sofas and 1 sofabed, coffee table, table and chairs, bookshelves, chest of drawers, tv, stereo, cotta floors and 3 windows leading to dining;
DINING
with table and chairs, window wall leading to terrace;
2 BEDROOMS
#1 DOWNSTAIRS with full bed, 2 bedside tables, walk in closet, chest of drawers and window leading to dining;
#2 UPSTAIRS with double bed, full sofabed, large wardrobe and walk in closet, window overlooking the terrace and above garden;
KITCHEN
Downstairs, very large and fully equipped with gas stove, electric oven, refrigerator and freezer, cupboard and window over terrace/garden; ensuite area with dish washer, washing machine, iron and ironing board;
2 BATHROOMS
#1DOWNSTAIRS equipped with jacuzi bath tub and shower fix, bidet and ventilation;
#2 UPSTAIRSen suite in bedroom #2, with bathtub with shower fix, bidet and ventilation;
A staircase in the living room (see picture) leads to the upper floor
TERRACE
Large, beautiful terrace with jacuzi bathtub and patio furniture, table and chairs, umbrella, 2 benches set into the larger garden of Villa Ruffo.

Independent heating, sunny, quiet, tv, wm, dw, no phone, terrace. Monthly possible.

Via di San Calisto

TRASTEVERE - VIA DI SAN CALISTO
Nice apartment set in the heart of Trastevere, 1 minute walk from Santa Maria in Trastevere.
65sq.mts., sunny apartment set on the third floor, without elevator (65 steps) and consists of:
ENTRANCE ROOM
with coat hanger and small wardrobe;
LIVING ROOM
with 1 single armchair bed, table with 4 chairs, buffet, wooden chest, cd player, ceiling fan, wooden ceiling and window overlooking Via di San Calisto;
2 BEDROOMS
#1 with double bed, 1 bedside table, wardrobe, desk and chair and window on via di San Calisto;
#2 with double sofa bed, coat hanger, wooden chest, air conditioning, bookshelves with Art History books and 2 windows, 1 on Via di San Calisto and 1 on Arco si San Calisto;
KITCHEN
fully stocked, with gas stove, electric oven, table with 4 chairs, refrigerator and freezer, washing machine and window;
BATHROOM
with shower, bidet and window.

Independent heating, no phone, stereo, wm, a/c, no elevator, iron, ironing board.Discount for 2 weeks or more.Monthly possible.

Via Lucullo | 133

SPAGNA – VIA LUCULLO
Central location in elegant neighborhood, 3 minutes walk from Via Veneto, the very famous street of Fellini's "La Dolce Vita", 2 minutes walk from Villa Borghese, the most famous park in Rome.
190sq.mts. elegant apartment set on the fifth floor, it consists of:
ENTRANCE
with sofa and 1 armchair;
LIVING ROOM
with 2 sofas, 2 armchairs, 2 coffee tables, table and 7 chairs, phone, cable tv, air conditioning and 3 windows leading to balcony overlooking Via Lucullo;
3 BEDROOMS
#1 with 1 full bed, 1 single bed, 1 bedside table, desk, 1 armchair, wardrobe, 2 chairs, tv satellite, safe, air conditioning and window on balcony on inner courtyard;
#2 with 1 double bed, 2 bedside tables, 2 armchairs, wardrobe, cable tv, phone, air conditioning and window leading to balcony on Via Lucullo with small table and 2 chairs;
#3 with single bed, 2 armchairs, 3 chairs, small walk in closet, tv, phone, air conditioning and window on balcony on Via Lucullo;
KITCHEN
with table and 3 chairs, large gas stove and large electric oven, 3 sinks, fridge/freezer, dish washer, ventilation system, air conditioning and window on inner courtyard;
2 BATHROOMS
#1 with shower, bidet, washing machine/dryer and window on inner courtyard;
#2 with bath tub and shower fix, bidet and window.

Independent and central heating, tv satellite/dvd, wm/dryer, dw, safe, a/c, phone, wi/fi wireless internet connection, elevator, balcony. Cleaning included every day (Mon/Fri), change of linens included once a week.Monthly possible.Discount for two weeks or more.

Clients from U.S.A:
"We had a wonderful time in Rome and the apartment was just fabulous.We will certainly use your services again when we get back to Rome.Please let the owner know we were very pleased with the experience".