Hotelrome.net Blog : A guide to news and events in Rome

Today in Rome is the commemoration day of Rome’s saints St Peter and Paul who were 2 apostles who died in martyrdom upon the command of Emperor Nero, back in 258. St Peter’s basilica is named after Paul, and it was built on what was presumedly his burial site.

To mark this special day and also to open the Estate Romana a special evening of music will take place in Piazza del Popolo tonight. A bunch of famous Italian singers will be there, such as Franco Califano, and some TV celebrities such as Paolo Bonolis will take part of it too, only to name a few!

… And while you stay in Rome why not stay in our welcoming hotel ?

A tomb raider has revealed the existence of probably the most important Etruscan necropolis ever found. The tomb is located in the Parco de Veio, 18 km to the north of Rome, between the Via Cassia and the Via Flaminia, the nearest protected Etruscan area to the capital.

The tomb, which is in an area of the park, which has until now been considered to be of little interest, dates from the seventh century BC. The ceiling is decorated in black, red and brown with the outlines of aquatic and migrating birds, symbols of the passage from life to death, while the walls are decorated with lions, symbols of the underworld .

The tomb was clearly that of a very important person, probably an Etruscan prince and his wife. The sarcophagus is no longer in the tomb but was probably removed several centuries ago. And while in Rome come and stay in our hotel in central Rome .

 

This event is on until 30 June 2006. You will be able to discover many objects, photos and film footage that celebrate 500 years of the Papal Swiss Guard in Rome. The location is Braccio di Carlo Magno del Colonnato del Bernin, Piazza S. Pietro, in the Vatican.

Tel. 0669898116. 09.00-19.00. Sat 09.00-20.00. Closed during functions in Piazza S. Pietro. You may want to take a tour of the Vatican with a guide who will explain all you want to know !

The Swiss Guard is a small force responsible for the security of the Apostolic Palace, the entrances to the Vatican City and the safety of the Pope. Its official language is German. After 13 May 1981 when assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II took place, a much stronger emphasis has been made on the Swiss Guards’ functional, non-ceremonial roles.

This has included extended training in unarmed combat and with special pistols and submachine-guns. And while you are here in Rome we suggest you to stay with us in a central location close to to the Vatican and all the major sights of the city.

 

Getting married? Looking for the special way to do it, to make it memorable?

Ever thought of getting married abroad? How about pronouncing your vows in one of the most romantic cities of the world: Rome! You would not be the first foreign couple to get married in the historical Palazzo dei Conservatori on the Capitoline hill but maybe you would be the most beautiful and the most love-lost couple ever to do it… Wouldn’t that just be so special…

Sure, getting past the Italian burocracy to actually organize a cerimony does take some courage and a lot of love as motivation, but in case you just decide to do it, here come a few ideas:

• For the most fabulous dresses check these boutiques and for the seductive lingerie to make your spouse loose his breath you’d better head for the exclusive Via Condotti boutiques such as La Perla… The best service for your wedding dinner and the ideal accomodation for your guests in the very heart of the city will make it all perfect, just as you always dreamed!

 

 

 

 

 

The pyramid of Rome is the tomb of Caio Cestio Eupulone. He died in 12 centuary p.C. Together with all the other spectacular tombs which are constructed outside the walls of the city the pyramide was built up in 1st centuary a.C. and is signed from the history and for maestosità of its sepultura.

Its based on 30 metres and its 37 metres high. Approaching itself the monument it can be admired also the below plan and the door of income to the burial room. Probably, others tombe as this came built up to Rome but only the Cestia Pyramid are reached our days.When they were constructed Mura Aureliane, the tomba it did not come destroyed but integrated in it walls. That denotes the respect for the work also from part of the antichi roman of III the century d.C., 300 years after the dead of Caio Cestio Epulone.

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It’s time to enjoy the beach bars!!!!

Also this summer 2006 the beach bars will be open for who wants to have fun. Every summer the bars of the heart of Rome are changing places and they’re moving to the beach to open the bars and pup there. You can enjoy the sun during the day and from the afternoon until late night you can talk, drink and heave fun with your friends or just enjoy the moon and the stars and chill out a little bit. Everyone is welcome there, so don’t wait and enjoy your holidays. Have a look here

How to arrive there: look here

For a funny accomodation for a stay at Rome city have a look here

 

Staying in Rome has never been more pleasurable! The Hotel Des Artistes is a star hotel located in the centre of the eternal city. Rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. There is a great attention to detail and rooms and communal areas are immacualtely clean. A break away is a real treat away with Des Artises, and whether it be a romantic holiday or a family or business affair this hotel is perfect for all your rrequirements. In addition there are not many hotels that can offer a large garden terrace where one can sit and relax with a glass of wine after a heavy day of sightseeing. Recommended by leading travel guides and tour operatore I personally suggest that a stay in Rome with Des Artistes would be very special. All rooms include air conditioning, television, electronic safe, telephone and hairdryer and services include breakfast, free internet acess in the afternoon and use of the garden terrace as well as bar area. To top it all off Des Artistes is a no smoking hotel – keeping the rooms fresh and in pristine condition! Th quality is not the only great thing about this hotel….the prices are very competibile and often discounted below that of a standard 3 star hotel. So………. what are you waiting for log on today and check the rates for yourself with the possibility of booking online straight away or why not take a look at their selection of packages to tailor make your stay receiving extra services such as tours of the city at discounted rates.

While visiting Italy you cannot miss the ancient excavations of Pompei, located close to Naples, a colourful southern city. Pompei celebrates the sunny season by holding two special events from 9 June until 31 July – “Svaghi d’estate”, which will illustrate different ways to experience summer (both in public and in private) and “Pompei e l’acqua”, a show dedicated to the connection between the ancient city and its water, both with the river and the marine environment. If you want to book your tour to Pompei and Naples take a look here.

 

 

Rome is known as the promised land of the cat lovers: you can meet the most fascinating feline personalities anywhere in the city… In the old and narrow lanes of the Trastevere you into diffident stray cats, where as in the suburbs you get to admire the well bred family pets, all just as gorgeous! Certain squares of the city are even famous for their feline “societies”, like the archeological area of Largo Argentina where there is actually a cat shelter, supported by charity, that offers solid meals and protection to stray cats and has its stable population. The great news for anybody who’s lost their heart to cats is that now you can even take a tour trip to get to know the cats of Italy! You tour a number of Northern and Central Italian cities from a feline point of view… For information on the Ctas and Culture Tour of Italy click here. Or just to book your own accomodation in Rome try this site