Tag: Rome

  • Six of the Best Books About Rome and Its History

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    Thousands of books have been written about Rome and its history. But these are the ones I keep on my bookshelf for quick reference. For an even wider selection of books about Rome, see my Rome book list on Bookshop.

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    Melanie Renzulli
    View of the Roman Forum and Colosseum

  • My Roman Diet: How I Ate Pasta Every Day and Still Lost Weight

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    I lost weight when I lived in Rome without cutting out pasta or wine. Here’s is how I structured my days and my diet.

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    Melanie Renzulli
    caccio e pepe gricia amatriciana carbonara roma a plate of pasta with a lot of grated cheese on top

  • Mausoleum of Augustus to Reopen in Rome

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    One of the most important monuments of Ancient Rome, the Mausoleum of Augustus, will reopen to the public in 2021.

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    Melanie Renzulli
    Mausoleum of Augustus in Rome / Photo via Sovrintendenza Roma

  • 9,036-piece Colosseum Is LEGO’s Largest Kit Ever

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    In a year that has had little to no travel and more time than usual spent at home, LEGO has unveiled its massive 9,036-piece Colosseum builder kit. The Colosseum is LEGO’s biggest building set yet, edging out the Millennium Falcon set which has 7,541 pieces. Once built, the LEGO Colosseum measures over 10.5” (27cm) high,…

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    Melanie Renzulli
    LEGO Colosseum