University of Minnesota School of Architecture Study in Rome
Wow! That expression alone is basically all that is needed to sum up my day in Tivoli! I had been waiting so long to see Hadrian’s Villa, and I was very excited to make the day trip from Rome to see it’s splendor. Each of my guidebooks recommended going to Villa d’Este as well, and …
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Excellent architecture abounds in Rome. Obviously, the classic architecture of the city is infamous, but on Thursday I visited some inspiring modern architecture. Zaha Hadid’s MAXXI Museum was completed in 2010 in northern Rome. Some friends had said it was an outstanding museum, and since I had never been in any of Zaha’s work before, …
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The highlight of Wednesday was getting to see Pope Benedict XVI. On Wednesday mornings, the Basilica of St. Peter’s is closed, and people have the opportunity to attend a papal audience. I was very excited to attend this event. I arrived early. When I picked up my ticket on Monday, the Swiss guard told me …
The Borghese Gallery contains an art collection that rivals all of the top museums. It is a wonderful treasure of Rome showcasing Caravaggio, Bernini, and the Baroque Rome. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Rome! In order to ensure your entrance, you have to collect your ticket 30 minutes before your scheduled entrance …
Yet again, I was truly amazed by all that Rome has to offer. I left my day (Tuesday) slightly unplanned, except for the last activity – the Borghese Gallery. Reservations are mandatory for entry, and each entrance is only for two hours. I had an evening reservation and a wonderful day leading up to that …
Monday was a spectacular day. I was so inspired by what I saw and experienced. Since it was a Monday, and most of the museums are closed, I had planned to tour several churches throughout the day. The first thing I wanted to do, however, was to go to the Vatican to get a ticket …
I spent Saturday and Sunday exploring the area in which I will be living for the rest of my time in Rome. The room I am renting is about a five minute walk from the Colosseum! It is incredible to be living so close to such a monumental piece of architecture! Every time I go …
I have arrived in the Eternal City! It is absolutely amazing to be exploring Rome. Every way I turn my head and down every path I walk, there is something incredible. The history, excitement, and energy of Rome are mesmerizing! I spent my first two days in Rome with my family, and we saw as …