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Holidaying In Rome

What images spring to mind when you think of Rome? Perhaps it’s the grandiose coliseums that played host to the bloody gladiator showcases of ancient times, or perhaps the vast palaces and other ancient Roman architecture that are dotted around the city.

Nowadays, these battles take a different form, and now top athletes do battle on the pitch and the court instead of the dusty arenas that attracted tens of thousands of spectators. Indeed, for others the city plays host to spectacular sporting events – including the recent Champions League Final and matches from the Six Nations rugby tournament.

And for sports fans, Rome can be a spectacular destination for experiencing both ancient Roman culture and sporting events. The Stadio Olimpico, home of teams such as A.S. Roma and Lazio, is a popular destination for sporting enthusiasts, and hotels in Rome were recently packed with thousands of football fans as the stadium played host to the Champions League final.

Rome has a rich variety of attractions to suit all tastes – be they sporting or otherwise – there are many museums that showcase the rich history that has made the city recognisable around the world.

So whether you’re looking to explore a museum or the famous street markets, Rome remains one of the most popular city break destinations in Europe, with many taking advantage of cheap flights to Rome in order to explore the ancient city.

As well as a multitude of sights around the city, the tiny state of Vatican City lies within the city, and many flock to this part of the city to take in the sights and sounds of St Peter’s Square and the spectacular architecture and artwork of the Sistine Chapel.

Flights to Rome are frequent from many UK and European airports, with many choosing to take advantage of budget airlines in order to take city breaks in the Italian capital. Indeed, short excursions – such as city breaks and romantic weekends – have become synonymous with the city, offering couples the opportunity to relax and take in the beauty of this ancient city.

David Collins

David is an experienced web author based in the UK

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