Diary of Rome for Curious Travelers

Santa Maria in Aracoeli and the Timeless View from the Capitoline Hill

A church of breathtaking beauty and a terrace over history

Sep 7 • 

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August 2025

The Secret of Santa Francesca Romana, An unexpected discovery in Trastevere

Discovering the quiet beauty of another hidden gem

Aug 22 • 

Mario M

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Back to One of My Favorites: A Return Visit to Centrale Montemartini

An industrial gem filled with ancient wonders—always worth coming back to

Aug 2 • 

Mario M

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July 2025

The Sistine Wards: A Rare Glimpse Inside a Hidden Gem of Rome

Nestled beside the Tiber and tied to centuries of charity and care, the Corsie Sistine open their doors only rarely—but when they do, it’s an…

Jul 18 • 

Mario M

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The Hidden Cloister of San Cosimato

A peaceful garden retreat inside a Roman hospital reveals centuries of history

Jul 12 • 

Mario M

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A New Neighborhood, a Timeless Wonder: Visiting the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls

One of Rome’s four major basilicas, a sacred place of peace, history, and stunning beauty

Jul 6 • 

Mario M

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June 2025

A Taste of Authentic Rome: Exploring the Mattatoio and Testaccio Market

Where contemporary art, local life, and delicious street food come together in one of Rome’s most genuine neighborhoods

Jun 18 • 

Mario M

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May 2025

A Secret Passage Through Time: The Unforgettable Magic of the Passetto di Borgo

An exclusive night tour between Saint Peter’s and Castel Sant’Angelo that feels like stepping into history’s hidden heartbeat

May 31 • 

Mario M

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A Bike Ride Through Rome’s Ancient Green Heart

Exploring the Appian Way and Parco degli Acquedotti — where history and nature meet on two wheels

May 15 • 

Mario M

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April 2025

Castel Sant'Angelo: A Personal Tribute

Not an introduction, just a heartfelt homage to a place always present in my Roman adventures

Apr 27 • 

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Beyond the Colosseum: The Magic of Domus Aurea (revisited)

Why this hidden gem alone makes Rome worth the journey!

Apr 18 • 

Mario M

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The Quirinal Palace – A Long-Awaited Visit to Italy’s Presidential Residence

One of the most fascinating places in Rome, finally discovered

Apr 12 • 

Mario M

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