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Although it covers less than 1 sq km in Rome, Vatican City (The Holy See) is a sovereign state Governed by the Pope. Vatican City is the center of Catholicism and this small slice of the city is packed with more history and artwork than most cities in the world. The churches and palaces stand on a foundation that is steeped in history. The center is the St. Peter’s Basilica, with double colonnade and a roundabout at the front and further surrounded by palaces and gardens.
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Take in the atmosphere and architectural gems as you stroll around this beautiful city. Rome is famous for its Historic Center and stands today as the capital of Italy and a major tourist destination, its historic centre is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Palaces, beautiful buildings, churches and temples are the setting for dolce vita, the unmistakable feeling of “The Sweet Life”.
Churches, monasteries, houses, squares, museums, even to visit only the main attractions of the city a few months are necessary. Thats why we have made a Top 10 list of things to do in Rome.
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