Rome, the City of the Seven Hills
Rome is a famous city that spans over 2500 years home on the western coast of Italy. The eternal city has a reputation of lasting through various conquerors, eras, and practically devastation. However, Rome has stood through it all with all kinds of unique historical ruins standing as a remembrance to all that lived and died for their country and their culture.
In the very beginning, Rome was home on the Tiber River. Through time, the seven small hills of the area, Palatine, Aventine, Capitoline, Quirinal, Viminal, Caelian, and Esquiline all became what we call Rome today. These hills were all villages or towns divided by marshes that over the centuries were drained and people began to call the area home. Finally, even the hills to the north Monte Mario and Monte Sacro were also included into the boundaries of Rome. Today, Rome is a vast metropolitan city with historical ruins and artifacts dotting the countryside.
As one begins to explore the wonders in and around Rome, they can embrace the beauty and culture of all those that one time or another called Rome home.
With a professional tour guide you will be able to experience Rome through the various myths, legends, and tales as there is no written records of the early Romans. Through the stories of your tour guide you will be able to envision the life of these early Romans, visit the various ruins and learn about the date of creation along with the purpose of
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