As we retraced our steps, this time on the other side of the street, we noticed a second, smaller plaque informing us that we were passing the building where Gogol lived, while in Rome. The Chiesa di Sant’Isidoro a Capo le Case is at Via degli Artisti, #4.  The church dates from 1622, when it…

A plaque marks the building where the Polish poet, Cyprian Kamil Norwid, lived in Rome. At Via Sistina, #125, another plaque marks the house where the Russian writer, Nikolai Gogol, lived from 1838 to 1842. At Via Sistina, #129, you will find the Teatro Sistina.  The theater dates from 1946, and was designed by Marcello…

We continued to enjoy the quiet and peaceful atmosphere of the cloister of the Basilica di Sant’Andrea delle Fratte. Palazzo Chauvet dates from 1886, and was designed by the architect, Giulio De Angelis.  It features the name of a now defunct newspaper, Il Popolo Romano, on its facade.  The newspaper, which was based in the palazzo,…

Tucked away at the end of a tiny alleyway, Vicolo dei Due Macelli, you will find the Teatro Due, which opened in 1985. The Basilica di Sant’Andrea delle Fratte is at Via di Sant’Andrea delle Fratte, #1.  The church is also known by the name of Santuario della Madonna del Miracolo, or the Sanctuary of…

We were excited to return to Rome for the first time, since the pandemic hit.  Even though we knew that many changes had taken place in the city, some of which that affected us personally, it was still a place where we felt at home.  We booked an apartment for the duration of our stay,…

Before beginning our twenty-minute walk, back to the hotel, we decided to stop for a bit of a refreshment, in the form of the Giardini Ravino’s famous Cactus Cocktail, a delicious mixture of cactus juice, passion fruit, tequila, and tonic water.  In fact, it was so good that we had two each! As we sat,…

  Next up: We finish our stay in Forio, and head to the Eternal City of Rome!   Note: This blog is written in English, and the author takes no responsibility for the quality of any translation that may appear.  If you have enjoyed this post, please, check out our archives for more posts from…

In addition to the plants on display, the Giardini Ravino also acts as a showcase for local artists.  The pieces,  pictured below, were on display, at the time of our visit.   Next up: We sample some cactus cocktails, head to the hotel for a brief rest, and then, it is back into town, for…

As we continued to explore the Giardini Ravino, we stumbled upon one of the garden’s residents.  He did not seem particularly interested in us!   Next up: Art, animals, and more prickly plants!   Note: This blog is written in English, and the author takes no responsibility for the quality of any translation that may…

Day 5 was another beautiful day, with lots of sun shining down on us.  So, after a good breakfast, we decided to head out and visit the Giardini Ravino, which was located on the same street as our hotel, about a twenty-minute walk away. The Giardini Ravino can be found at Via Provinciale Panza.  It…

Back at the hotel, we relaxed on our private terrace, enjoying the thermal water jacuzzi, and letting the sun, and the naturally hot water, relax our tired muscles. Once again, nature put on a spectacular light show, as the sun went down. For dinner, we chose to have room service, and they brought us our…

The Torre Costantina dates from the 16th century.  Today, it is privately owned, and it is regularly rented out as a tourist residence, or Airbnb.   Next up: We end our Day 4 in Forio, with a little more exploring, and some very good food!   Note: This blog is written in English, and the…