| Studying in Rome |
As the saying goes, all roads lead to Rome: the history of art and
architecture, of religion and government. Throughout much of its long,
noble history Rome was a city-state unto itself, developing and basking
in its own grandeur and uniqueness. Built on seven hills, halfway
between the country's fertile, industrious north and balmy,
Mediterranean south, Rome has been at the center of Italy's empire
building as well as her inspiring cultural and artistic expressions. Short history It is hard to believe that the Dark or Middle Ages ever existed in a city so steeped in light and littered with magnificent white marble ruins. Rome is a living museum, a unique environment to understand the ups and downs in the history of mankind. The ancient Romans bequeathed such famous monuments as the Colosseum, Forum, Circus Maximus, Pantheon, Baths of Caracalla and Catacombs. From the Renaissance came the Vatican City, St. Peter's Square & Basilica and a priceless array of art treasures commissioned by the incomparably wealthy trade dynasties. Over the centuries, numerous piazzas, palaces, fountains and churches have congregated, in Rome, to form one of the world's most beautiful cities. Studying in Rome means learning from Rome and its Mediterranean pace of life, from the open markets to the sudden strikes, from the humorous Romans to the high politics of a European capital. Shopping The area surrounding Piazza del Popolo, the ancient Campo Marzio, is today the paradise of shopping, thanks to the high concentration of shops and boutiques. The spectacular square today is a pedestrian precinct, and it has been brought back to its ancient splendor. The difference in level between the square and the overlooking hill of the Pincio was a problem overcome thanks to winding ramps, from which terrace it is possible to admire a wonderful panorama on the city. The so-called Trident starts from the square as there are three sunburst streets penetrating into the center of the city: via del Babuino, via del Corso, via di Ripetta.
Rome is an unrepeatable city and that is why it is called "eternal", for having alternate sumptuous ages with those of decadence and it is always reviving as it gathers treasures and memories with the charm of its incomparable landscape. Rome is a result of the subtle integration of power, art order and transgression through twenty centuries of history. Go and find out our Courses! Ulteriori informazioni: - Per iscriversi/To apply - Richiedi ulteriori informazioni/For further informations |