Since I had five days in Rome, I took a day trip by train to Ostia Antica, which was once a port city. Known as an alternative to Pompeii, Ostia Antica offered so much to explore, and it was a lovely break from Rome’s crowded ruins. I had such thrill discovering all the little things, from overgrown nooks and ancient steps to worn frescoes and mosaic floor tiles.… Read More »
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Photo Highlights: Tivoli, Italy 2012
During my stay in Rome, I took a day trip to Tivoli–to the Villa Adriana (Hadrian’s Villa) and Villa d’Este, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Villa d’Este is famous for its beautiful gardens and abundant fountains, while Villa Adriana offered yet more ruins.… Read More »
Photo Highlights: Rome, Italy 2012
In Rome, I tried an Airbnb apartment for the first time. And the last time. The apartment was spacious and located in a central area, along Via di Capo le Case, near Trevi Fountain and the Fontana del Tritone (Triton’s Fountain). I typically pick hotels within walking distance to train stations, and this apartment met my minimum requirements. Unfortunately, the door to the apartment building had a faulty lock, and more often than not, it refused to open!… Read More »
Photo Highlights: Florence, Italy 2012
Here are some highlights of my trip to Italy in early Oct 2012. After Venice, I took a train to Florence. Saw lots of statues, paintings, and frescoes. I only had a day or so there, because I had to catch a train, followed by a ferry to Croatia.… Read More »
Photo Highlights: Venice, Italy 2012
Since I haven’t been keeping my photo gallery up-to-date, I thought I’d post highlights of my travels instead. Here’s Venice in early Oct, 2012. I liked Venice a lot more than Florence or Rome, because I enjoy exploring small, quaint places on foot, and loved the total absence of cars. If not for the cigarette smoke, the air would have been beautifully pollution free.… Read More »