Roman Ruins

With archaeological site littered throughout the city, so much so that it seems that you stumble upon upon a one at every corner, it would take years to see it all. Today we conquered three of them, the Roman Forum, Palantine Hill, and the Colosseum. D and I love nerding out over cool archaeological museums so this was so cool for us. If allowed, we could have spent HOURS here. 


Arch of Titus: This is a triumphal arch that commemorates Rome's victory over
Jerusalem. It was built after the death of the emperor Titus.

Walking down Via Sacra, the main street in ancient Rome



Arch of Septimius Severus

The Temple of Saturn




Dadding hard

Arch of Constantine

Colosseum, the main symbol of Rome



Location: Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

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