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 Pages: 288 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 1st Edition edition (14 Mar. 2006) Language: English ISBN-10: 076459950X ISBN-13: 978-0764599507 When in Rome, do as the Romans do—enjoy life! Take in the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. The Coliseum, where you can walk a subterranean corridor that was once the passageway for gladiators and animals. Incredible museums, art, and sculpture. Rome enshrines centuries of history amid an atmosphere of modern vitality. From ancient ruins to nightlife hot spots, this friendly guide helps you experience it all, with information on: Figuring out the neighborhoods and getting around Shopping department stores, the market, or neighborhood specialty shops Great souvenirs, ranging from antique prints to cardinal socks Optional, more specialized itineraries, including Rome for Architecture Lovers and Rome for Michelangelo Lovers Five day trips, including Tivoli with its villas and The Castelli Romani and their Italian wines Like every For Dummies travel guide, Rome For Dummies includes: Down–to–earth trip–planning advice What you shouldnâ™t miss—and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post–it Flags to mark your favorite pages.  Pages: 312 Publisher: John Wiley & Sons; 2nd Edition edition (22 Feb. 2008) Language: English ISBN-10: 0470209550 ISBN-13: 978-0470209554 The history of the Eternal City is permanently recorded in its many monuments and ruins. Rome has delights for anyone and everyone—art aficionados, architecture buffs, history lovers, foodies, and fashion trendsetters. This guide eases you into la dolce vita ("the sweet life") with information on: How to get around the meandering streets and the bustling maze of ancient and modern treasures Entertainment to suit your mood, from classical concerts and opera to bars, pubs, and discos to moonlit walks with spectacular views Accommodations ranging from the Hotel Hassler, located on top of the Spanish Steps, to the Hotel de Russie with its striking contemporary design Incredible churches, museums, and ruins Great buys on handmade gold jewelry, antique prints, fashion accessories such as scarves, handbags, and watches, and a variety of religious items ranging from apparel to artwork Five itinerary options and five day trips Like every For Dummies travel guide, Rome For Dummies, Second Edition includes: Down–to–earth trip–planning advice What you shouldnâ™t miss — and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Lots of detailed maps. About the Author Bruce Murphy has lived and worked in New York City, Boston, Chicago, Dublin, Rome, and Sicily. His work has appeared in magazines ranging from Cruising World to Critical Inquiry. In addition to guidebooks, he has published fiction, poetry, and criticism, most recently the Encylopedia of Murder and Mystery (St. Martinâ™s Press). Alessandra de Rosa was born in Rome and has lived and worked in Rome, Paris, and New York City. She did her first cross–Europe trip at age 2, from Rome to London by car. She has continued in that line ever since, exploring three out of five continents so far. Her beloved Italy remains her preferred destination and where she lives part of the year. 
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