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As the world's largest standing amphitheater, Colosseum is the most visited tourist attraction in Italy. Opened in 80 AD, this ancient stadium was where epic gladiator battles took place in front of 50,000 spectators for centuries (200 - 500 BC). Colosseum is recognized in Hoptale's First-Time Visitor Guides as one of the top things to do in Rome.

Rome is a city of public fountains and Trevi Fountain is the largest of them all. It's always crowded with tourists as the legend says that throwing a coin into the fountain means that you will return to this Eternal City, two coins means you'll return to Rome and fall in love, and three coins means you'll return, find love, and get married! Trevi Fountain is recognized in Hoptale's First-Time Vi...

As one of the best-preserved Roman ancient ruins, Pantheon is believed to be 2,000 years old. Once you are inside, look up to admire the temple's enormous 43-meter dome. It's the world's largest unreinforced concrete dome and considered a true architectural wonder from the Roman empire. Pantheon is recognized in Hoptale's First-Time Visitor Guides as one of the top things to do in Rome.

Milan Cathedral or Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica of the Nativity of Saint Mary is the cathedral church of Milan, Lombardy, Italy. Dedicated to the Nativity of St Mary it is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan, currently Archbishop Mario Delpini. The cathedral took nearly six centuries to complete: construction began in 1386, and the final details were completed in 1965. It is the largest church...

The Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is Italy's oldest active shopping gallery and a major landmark of Milan, Italy. Housed within a four-story double arcade in the center of town, the Galleria is named after Victor Emmanuel II, the first king of the Kingdom of Italy. It was designed in 1861 and built by architect Giuseppe Mengoni between 1865 and 1877. (Wikipedia)

Adjacent to the Colosseum, Roman Forum is a set of magnificent ancient ruins dating back to the 7th century BC. This is one of the world's most important archaeological areas and includes famous ruins such as the Sacred Way and Temple of Caesar. Roman Forum was the site of the original Senate and the epicenter of social life in the city. Roman Forum is recognized in Hoptale's First-Time Visitor G...

The Palace of Versailles was the principal royal residence of France from 1682 (under Louis XIV) until the start of the French Revolution in 1789 (under Louis XVI). From the 19th century onwards, the Estate of Versailles has become a museum spreading more than 800 hectares, composed of the Palace, the Gardens, the Park, the Trianon estate and several other historic buildings. Containing over 60,0...

Palatine Hill is the most famous of Rome's seven hills. It was the most desirable neighborhood where many Roman emperors and aristocrats built their grand homes. It's a great place for visitors who wish to enjoy stunning views of the city while exploring fascinating ancient ruins. It's usually less crowded than the other two more famous sites nearby - the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Palatine Hill ...

Located on Colombia's Caribbean coast, Ciudad Amurallada ("Walled City") is the old town area of Cartagena. Enclosed by 16th-century defensive walls, this popular area is filled with quaint and charming streets, colorful houses in beautiful colonial architecture, buzzling markets & hawker stalls, and a wealth of restaurants, bars, and souvenior shops.