Archive for 'Architectural Gems'

There is an endless list of things to see and do in Rome. However, this particular series of posts have been concerned with must-see attractions that are also photogenic gems because nothing happened unless you have photographic proof, right? All jokes aside, photographs of your holiday are important as, once you have found a vacation rental in Rome and are making a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Eternal City, you'll want to remember it. A holiday is about making memories, not merely passing time. Here are some more of those photogenic locations where you can capture your memories beautifully...

7. The Cliché Keeper: The Spanish Steps

So, almost every guide is going to suggest a visit to the Spanish Steps and we hate to be cliché but…you really should!

Rome is one of those incredibly beautiful and photogenic cities that people dream of visiting their whole lives. If you have found a vacation rental in Rome and are finally planning a trip, there are lots of places that you should visit. In fact, there are too many...way too many. It would take lifetimes to see it all. As none of us have lifetimes to do anything, try and see as much as you can during your trip and be sure to take lots of photos to remember it all by and to have more time to take it all in afterwards!

5. St Peter's Views And Square

Pope Alexander VII and Bernini undertook the designing of St Peter's Square, one of the many alterations that was part of the Pope's master plan for the modernisation of the city.

Rome is one of those destinations that people spend their whole lives waiting to visit and that breeds a certain type of rabid curiosity. Ever since the Grand Tour, people have flooded to see the city's endless attractions, artistic and cultural gems, and sights. But, if it's the trip of a lifetime and if you are being overwhelmed by the constant sensory overload of a city like Rome, then photographing your trip is important. Capturing those memories and moments for ever will be important to anyone visiting the city and, as it is so very photogenic, it really is a joy to shoot. Of course, some things make for lovelier photos than others so, if you have found a vacation rental in Rome and are planning a trip, these are more of the sights that you absoluely need to see, and photograph, for yourself!

Pictures are worth a thousand words, or so they say. Today, pictures are worth a holiday. Many people hop on a plane and travel thousands of miles, simply to see and photograph things that they have always seen for themselves and Rome is a destination that breeds these curious tourists: it always has, since long before commercial tourism was even a dream. If you have found a vacation rental in Rome, these are the sights that you need to see, and photograph, for yourself!

1. The Spiral Stairs in the Vatican Museums

Designed by Giuseppe Momo in 1932, this beautiful, sweeping staircase is perfectly lit from above and is simply begging to be photographed. Take in its perfection, swooping motion and grandeur for yourself, in person. Then, once you've appreciated it enough, take a picture and bring the sight of one of the many architectural gems that the city has to offer with you.

Having recently visited the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Piazza dei Miracoli, in which it is located, with my family (my very high-maintenance and prone to complaints family), I made some observations on how to have as fun and stress-free and experience possible. Once you have found a luxury villa in Pisa and are planning a trip, keep these facts, tips and tricks in mind to help you have the best possible experience of the Leaning Tower and the Piazza dei Miracoli. Be sure to read the first post in this series as well and take note of the information below.