Rome a photographic tour - book preview by Alexandru Ciobanu

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A PHOTOGRAPHIC TOUR

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ALEXANDRU CIOBANU

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PREFACE

Rome was the center of the world for centuries. Even today, it still is the heart of the

Roman Catholic world. Rome is one of the most visited cities on the planet, which doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come as a surprise if one thinks about the richness of the cultural, artistic, and historic

life of this city.

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The old and the new, history and modernity, go hand in hand on the narrow streets and large boulevards of Rome. Architectural wonders flood the visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye, and the archaeological artifacts of ancient Rome satisfy the search for history. Visitors can relax

in beautiful squares and find peace of mind in quiet churches where famous painters and sculptors worked centuries ago. The traveler can also happily indulge in the delicious

Italian cuisine in restaurants found all over the place, completing the culinary experience

with a delightful ice cream near the Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi). Not many cities around the world are as photogenic as Rome. Photographers, painters, and filmmakers have always found this city attractive due to its visual appeal and romantic

atmosphere. This book gathers an impressive collection of photographs that portray

beautiful Rome from different perspectives. We hope this visual journey will please both

the city of Rome.

the nostalgic tourists returning from their trip and the prospective traveler planning to visit

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The Colosseum had eighty arches on each floor (photo 3). This magnificent construction was the showcase for gladiator fights and other spectacles like executions, animal hunts, or even dramas based on mythology. Next to the Colosseum, one can see the Arch of Constantine (Arco di Costantino, photo 2) dating from 315 A.D. It has a height of 21 meters/68.89 feet, and carvings and statues richly decorate it.

Probably the best-known ancient monument in Rome is the Colosseum (Colosseo) also known as the Flavian Amphitheater. Finished in 80 A.D., it was the largest building of this type in the Roman Empire, and it still holds the record for the largest amphitheater in the world (photo 1).

The fascist dictator Benito Mussolini built the Via dei Fori Imperiali road. This impressive boulevard links the Colosseum with the Roman Forum and Piazza Venezia (photo 4). The Roman Forum (Foro Romano) is a site rich in historical artifacts and buildings (photo 5). 6

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The details from the Column of Trajan (photo 12) depict scenes from the war between Trajan’s army and the Dacians, inhabitants of Dacia (present-day Romania). The statue of Trajan, the emperor of the Roman Empire between 98 and 117 A.D. (photo 13).

The Colosseum is within walking distance from the magnificent Piazza Venezia. This is where visitors can see the impressive National Monument of Victor Emmanuel II, also known as “Il Vittorino” (photo 14). Here, one can also admire the Generali Palace (Palazzo Generali) (photo 15). 11

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Another famous work is La Pieta (photo 49), a Renaissance masterpiece sculpted by Michelangelo Buonarroti between 1498 and 1499.

The Vatican Gardens (photo 50), where popes have relaxed and meditated since 1279, are open to the public, and they make a nice walk inside the secret city of Vatican.

Inside the church, there is a treasure of artworks designed by famous artists. St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Baldachin (photo 48) is a large bronze sculpture created by Gian Lorenzo Bernini to mark the tomb of Saint Peter, which many believe lies underneath the church.

Among the buildings and monuments inside the Vatican gardens, a visitor can find the interesting medieval Tower of Saint John (photo 51). 36

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This elegant park is, in fact, rich in beautiful, refreshing fountains (photo 65). The Villa Borghese gardens were the property of the Borghese family, and they were vineyards until 1605 when the area became a beautifully decorated park with sculptures (photo 67) and places for relaxation, including a zoo. 47

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The churchâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exterior is decorated with an amazing 12th century golden mosaic (photo 71), and

the inside contains other beautiful mosaics dating from the 13th century. One important religious edifice in Trastevere is the Church of Saint Peter (Chiesa di San Petro)

in Montorio with its famous circular temple (Il Tempietto, photo 69). During the Roman period, defense walls provided protection, and visitors can still see part of them today. Emperors Aurelian and Probus built these Aurelian Walls (Mura aureliane, photo 72)

between 271 and 275 A.D.

The old defense walls contain several monuments and gates. Among the remarkable ones are the Pyramid of Caius Cestius and Porta San Paolo (photo 73).

Michelangelo designed the Porta Pia gate and finished it in 1565 (photo 74). Ostia Antica (photo 75) was the harbor city of the ancient Rome. This site is about 20 minutes from Rome and it is famous for its well-preserved sculptures, ancient architecture, mosaics and bas-reliefs (photos 76-79). 49

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Just across the street from Trajan’s Forum is the church of Saint Mary of Loreto (Santa Maria di Loreto). Jacopo del Duca, one of Michelangelo’s students, built it in 1573 with a picturesque dome inside (photo 89).

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The Papal Basilica of Saint John Lateran (San Giovanni in Laterano) is the official cathedral and thus the ecclesiastical seat of the Pope (photo 90). The interior’s beautiful decorations are in the cosmatesque style, typical in medieval Italy (p.91).

Some churches in Rome are home to holy relics, such as the passion relics inside the church of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem (Santa Croce in Gerusalemme), which include objects like fragments from the cross on which Jesus Christ was crucified or thorns from his crown (photo 92).

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Inside the Baths of Diocletian there is now a well-known church in Rome: Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri (photo 93). The church’s bronze door, created in 2006, has beautiful statues created by the Polish-born sculptor Igor Mitoraj (photo 94).

One of the most interesting places of worship in Rome is the church of Saint Mary in Cosmedin (Basilica di Santa Maria in Cosmedin). Dating from the 8th century, this church has a medieval crypt, exhibits medieval art and enshrines the relics of Saint Valentine (photo 95).

The Church of of Saint Paul Outside the Walls (Basilica San Paolo Fuori le Mura) is one of the pilgrimage churches, central to a religious pilgrimage to the city (photo 96). The church’s interior has 80 columns, 5th century mosaics on the triumphal arch, scenes from Saint Paul’s life and a gold-coffered ceiling (photo 97).

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Everywhere a traveler turns, he can find art all around the city, from the stained windows of old buildings to sculptures of angels and saints hidden among narrow streets (photos 110 and 111).

Tourists can see one of the urban symbols of Rome, the classical motor scooter, at every corner and on every street (photo 112).

Secret, peaceful corners are waiting for someone to discover them in the labyrinth of the old city’s streets (photo 113).

Street performers entertain the traveler around the city. They’re often in public squares and around popular areas (photo 114).

Beautiful windows packed with flowers reflect the city’s vivid colors (photo 115).

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A trip to Rome is complete without a stroll on the banks of the river Tiber (photo 116) and, of course, when in Rome, tasting the

gelato, the original Italian ice cream, is a highly

recommended experience (photo 117).

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Rome is a city with a millennia-old history, but this does not mean it lacks modernity. Palazzo della Civiltà

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della Civiltà del Lavoro) was part of a complex built for the 1942 world

exhibition. It is a typical example of monumental

Fascist architecture (photo

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One marvelous example of contemporary architecture

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is Museo Nazionale delle Arti del XXI Secolo (MAXXI museum), inaugurated in 2010 (photo 119).

Many believe the Jubilee Church (Chiesa di Dio Padre Misericordioso, photo 120), located in Tor Tre Este district, is one of the finest contemporary churches in Rome. Natural light cascades down from the glass roof into the interior, creating a mystical sensation (photo 121).

The Ostiense Bridge (Ponte Ostiense), opened in 2012, completes the modern side of Rome, and bears the nickname “the Cobra” due to its look (photo 122). Rome, the “eternal” city is one of the most interesting travel destinations in the world. It has everything from ancient monuments to medieval art and modern architecture. One trip to Rome is something that should be on everyone’s “to do” list because the spirit, the feeling, and the memories of this city will last for a lifetime! 81

List of contributing photographers The Colosseum. © Alexandru C. Ciobanu - photo 1, pages 6-7

Collage of Angel statues. © Canstockphoto – photo 19, page 15

alessandro0770,

Arch of Constantine. © Alexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 2, page 7

Ponte Sisto bridge, Rome, Italy. Canstockphoto – photo 21, page 16

Detail from the Colosseum. © Alexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 3, page 8

Island in Rome, on the Tiber river. © Revolvers, Fotolia – photo 22, page 16

View on road to Coliseum. © Vvoevale, Dreamstime – photo 4, page 8

Milvio bridge in Rome. © Canstockphoto – photo 23, page 16

The Roman Forum. © Alexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 5, page 9

Padlocks on Milvio Bridge © Bepsimage. Canstockphoto – photo 24, page 16

Temple of Saturn. © Alexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 6, page 9

Marco Aurelio Column, Rome, Italy. © MasterLu, Bigstockphoto – photo 25, page 17

View of details of ancient Rome. © BackyardProductions, Bigstockphoto – photo 7, page 9

Colonna dell’Immacolata in Rome, Italy. © Ihsan Gercelman, Dreamstime – photo 26, page 17

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Greengrocer. © Konstantinos Papaioannou, Dreamstime – photo 30, page 21 Square in Rome. © Grekov, Bigstockphoto – photo 31, page 21

Piazza Venezia. © Membio, Canstockphoto – photo 16, page 13 Castel Sant’angelo in Rome. Italy, © Demarfa Fotolia – photo 17, page 14

Milasan,

Kalinin,

Vista Del Tevere E Ponte Sant’Angelo. © eZeePics Studio, Fotolia – photo 18, page 14 Angel at Sant’Angelo. © Alexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 19, page 15

The Pantheon. © Phant, Fotolia – photo 32, pages 2223 Inside the Pantheon, Rome, Italy. © Scaliger, Fotolia – photo 33, page 24 Fontana del Pantheon. © Alexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 34, page 24 Fountain of Pantheon, Rome, Italy. © Rglinsky, Canstockphoto – photo 35, page 24 Roma, piazza della Minerva e elefantino del Bernini. © Lamio, Fotolia – photo 36, page 25 Spanish Steps at dusk, Rome. © Canstockphoto – photo 37, pages 26-27

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List of contributing photographers

Senatorial Palace at Capitoline Hill. © Alexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 59, page 40 Piazza Del Campidoglio. © Nantela, Bigstockphoto – photo 60, page 40

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St. Peters Basilica (Rome, Italy). Canstockphoto – photo 48, page 35

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Michelangelo’s masterpiece: The Creation of Adam in Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museum. © Savcoco, Canstockphoto – photo 54, page 38

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Ancient Roman Woman on Horse Cupid Mosaic Floors Baths of Neptune Ostia Antica Ruins Rome. © Billperry, Canstockphoto – photo 77, page 53

Bronze statue of female on church door santa maria degli angeli e dei martiri, Piazza Repubblica. © Annavee, Canstockphoto – photo 94, page 65 Basilica of Saint Mary in Cosmedin, Rome. © Konstantinos Papaioannou, Dreamstime – photo 95, pages 66-67

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Ancient Roman Cupid Riding Dolphin Mosaic Floor Baths of Neptune Ostia Antica Ruins Rome. © Billperry, Canstockphoto – photo 79, page 53

Terme di Caracalla (Baths of Carcalla) in Rome, Italy. © Boggy, Canstockphoto – photo 82, pages 54-55 The Baths of Diocletian in Rome. © Scaliger, Dreamstime.com – photo 83, page 56

Cloister of the “Saint Ivo alla Sapienza” church in Rome. © Eishier, Bigstockphoto – photo 88, page 62 Trajan’s Column And Santa Maria di Loreto Church. © eZeePicsStudio, Canstockphoto – photo 89, page 63

Rome - roof of Chiesa Sant Ignazio di Loyola. © Jozef Sedmak, Dreamstime – photo 98, page 68 Modern Art National Museum in Rome Italy. © Marius Godoi, Dreamstime – photo 99, page 69 The Palace of Justice seen from the Ponte Umberto I. © Lucian Milasan, Dreamstime – photo 100, page 69 Palazzo Montecitorio Rome. © Berliner, Canstockphoto – photo 101, page 70 Palazzo delle Esposizioni, Rome. © Dennis Dolkens, Dreamstime – photo 102, page 70

Circo di Massenzio left tower at Roma, Italy. © Pablo Debat, Fotolia – photo 84, page 56

Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls. © Zatletic, Canstockphoto – photo 96, page 68

The Basilica of St. John Lateran. Canstockphoto – photo 90, page 64

House of the Owls. © Pizia1966, Dreamstime – photo 103, page 70 Villa Pamphili and italian garden. Canstockphoto – photo 104, page 71

Nico99,

Street in Rome. © Aexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 105, page 71 Italian roofs. © Aexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 106, page 71

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Aerial view of Rome. © Sborisov, Canstockphoto – photo 107, pages 72-73

Papal Archbasilica of St. John Lateran, officially the cathedral of Rome. © Tupungato, Canstockphoto – photo 91, page 64

Shoppers crowd Via Condotti in Rome. © Steveheap, Dreamstime – photo 108, page 74

List of contributing photographers Coffee place in Rome. © Daniela F. Ciobanu – photo 109, page 75

Angel sculptures on street corner. © Aexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 110, page 75

Saint Lucas on a street in Rome. © Aexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 111, page 76

Motor scooter. © Aexandru C. Ciobanu – photo 112, page 76

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Amazing courtyard in Rome. © Konstantinos Papaioannou, Dreamstime – photo 113, page 76 Fakirs. © Habrda, Dreamstime – photo 114, page 77

Window with hatches and flowers in Rome. © Pwollinga, Canstockphoto – photo 115, page 77

Staircase and street Lamp. © Kvkirillov, Canstockphoto – photo 116, page 77

Coppia con gelato. © Roberto Serratore, Fotolia – photo 117, page 77

Mussolini time architecture building in Rome, Italy. © 300pixel, Canstockphoto – photo 118, pages 78-79

Maxxi Museum In Rome. © Enricodevita, Bigstockphoto – photo 119, page 80

Jubilee Church. © Brian Eagen, Dreamstime – photo 120, page 81

Chiesa delle Vele – Interno. © Stefano Gruppo, Fotolia – photo 121, page 81

Garbatella’s Bridge, Rome, Italy. © Marcorubino, Canstockphoto – photo 122, page 81.

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