Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill 1

It was time for the second view over Rome for the day. After the morning’s expansive views from the top of Il Vittoriano it was chosen by many of you to go way back in time to one of the most ancient parts of the City. Take in the views from the top of Palatine Hill.

Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill

Palatine Hill is the most central of the Seven Hills of Rome and ancient folklore states that this is where Romulus founded the city. Excavations in the past have shown that people lived on this hill at least from before 1000 BC and even today you can see the remains of the palaces of Emperors Augustus, Tiberius and Domitian. One of the perfect places to take in a more open spaced fresh air walk in Rome with history all about you, parkland and history laid out in front of you in the horizon.

Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill

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Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill

The view is absolutely spellbinding from many vantage points. The Forum on one side, Circus Maximus the other, the middle contains Rome with the glorious building that is the Colosseum leading the way directly before you.

Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill

Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill

There is a where you see ancient Rome in its finest. And it overlooks the Colosseum at its closest from the hill. The photos above do not give justice to the expanse of history that lays bare. One of those spots that will always live in memory with deep roots.

Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill

Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill

Looking Over Ancient Rome From Palatine Hill

The sun was shining, I was happy, content and fulfilled. Yet there was still so much to see and time for more… Where did you send me next? Coming soon 🙂

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8 Comments

  1. David Coulson-Lowes says:

    This is a great idea. We’re heading to Rome this summer but I can’t even begin to think about where to go with only a week.
    Now I intend to mix some of the popular sites with those in the Perfect Day in Rome.
    Many thanks.

  2. Frances Neilson says:

    Going to Rome for first time in October. Was looking fwd to it. Even more now!!

    1. Paul Steele says:

      Enjoy every minute Frances 🙂

  3. As one who studied the history of Rome, but never had the good fortune to go there yet, your photos brought me closer.

  4. Lance Klass says:

    In splendid color and sharp detail, these photographs show some of the many reasons why I love Rome. Good job!

    1. Paul Steele says:

      Hi Lance, thank you

  5. Ryan@asiarooms says:

    Huge fan of Rome. I was fortunate to go with my partner back when we were at University. It’s a beautiful place to visit and a great city break. Some fantastic images here.

    1. Paul Steele says:

      Hi Ryan, tis so beautiful in so many ways. totally agree. Thanks

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