Around the world in 52 suburbs: Rome
Louise Hawson manages to transcend the tourist hordes and find the "best gelato ever" during her month in Rome. She is now half-way through her 52 Suburbs Around the World photographic journey.
Dreams do come true
Six global wanderers reveal their ultimate destinations.
Secrets of the Vatican
Tiffany Parks takes a look at a vault of priceless, centuries-old documents that has seen the light of day in Rome.
Keys to the cities
A Bordeaux bolthole for $120 a night? A riverside retreat in Lisbon for the same? Here's our guide to some of Europe's best-value hotels and guesthouses this season.
World's most exciting cities at Christmas
At this time of year some of the world's most exciting cities have a special sparkle - a perfect reason to combine a holiday with a seasonal spending spree.
Arrivederci, tourist traps
From eating with locals to bypassing the Colosseum crowds, Isobel King learns a thing or two about conquering Rome.
Articles of faith
Susan Chenery is fascinated by Rome's churches and religious relics.
Beauty at death's door
Famous figures of history lie in one of the Eternal City's most remarkable cemeteries, writes Desmond O'Grady.
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You cannot walk 100 metres in Rome without experiencing some of its astounding history. From the Roman Forum, to the Colosseum, the magnificent Pantheon to St Peters and the Vatican, even its foreboding monks in the bone church, this is one of the world's greatest capitals. Don't forget to experience the convive of the youthful Trastevere, and the to-die-for cuisine.
