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Roman Forum and Palatine

Description: One of the most inportant archeological areas in the world, its building began in the 5th century B.C. Place of ... more

Roman Forum and Palatine ... meetings of the ancient Romans, it played an important role both in religious, political and economic life. L.go Romeolo e Remo / Tel: 06 / 6990110 / Visiting hours: 9a.m. / 4.30p.m. / sun 9a.m. / 1p.m.

Newest Review: ... a fascinating place, and even more diverse and varried then the colossuim. The Roman Forum and Palatine hill are in reality two different sites but they are in the same enclosure, and it is easy to walk from one to the other. The Roman Forum: The oldest and most important structures of the ancient city are located in the forum. This is where the senate, as well as Republican government ... more

... began. The forum served as a city square and central gathering point where the people of Rome gathered for justice, and worship. The forum was also the economic hub of the city and considered to be the center of the Empire. It is comprised of Temples, Basilli...more

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Roman Forum and Palatine: Tips for Rome (667 words)
by - written on 29/10/08 (Very useful, 34 readings)
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I went to Rome last summer and spent two of the best days of my life in the eternal city. It was during the high season in the middle of July and Rome was hot and crowded. Luckily I have an Italian as a partner and thus avoided many tourist traps, such as overpriced food and drinks, long lines and expensive parking. Contrary to what many think Rome can be done on a budget, we stayed with friends but costs in the city were kept at a minimum. First off we parked in a park called Villa Borghese which is about a kilometer from the center. There is parking in the center but during the day it is hard to get good parking on the streets and underground ... Read the complete review