The idea of visiting the Roman Catacombs may not be your first thought when planning your Italian Vacation. The images that come to mind when you close your eyes and think of Rome are mostly likely of the iconic monuments and historic sites scattered throughout the city: The Vatican, the Wedding Cake, and the Colosseum …
The Roman Guy
Everything about the Vatican is vast and impressive. As you step into St. Peter’s Square, the Basilica with its enormous dome takes center stage. Massive statues of Jesus and the apostles that are perched on the facade are almost dwarfed by the columns fronting the basilica. More enormous pillars, four deep, encircle and embrace all of St. Peter’s Square. The apostolic …