Rome Beyond the Landmarks: All the little things that make Rome

Rome is more than a destination—it is a living record of human history. In this video, I explore the Eternal City as a first-time visitor, combining practical travel tips with the stories, architecture, and hidden details that define Rome’s character.

Filmed during a summer stay in 2023, this journey moves through iconic landmarks such as the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain, alongside lesser-known churches, ancient ruins, and quiet streets often missed by tourists. Walking Rome day by day reveals how imperial power, faith, and daily life remain layered within the modern city. Whether you’re planning a visit or simply love history, this video offers context, reflection, and a deeper way to experience Rome.

All photos and videos taken by Robert Bauer

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Research from:
1. Beard, Mary. SPQR: A History of Ancient Rome. Profile Books, 2015.
— Foundational reference for Roman political identity, mythology, and civic symbolism (SPQR, Romulus and Remus).

2. Claridge, Amanda. Rome: An Oxford Archaeological Guide. Oxford University Press, 2010.
— Authoritative guide for ancient monuments, temples, theatres, and urban development.

3. Coarelli, Filippo. Rome and Environs: An Archaeological Guide. University of California Press, 2014.
— Detailed archaeological context for sites such as the Teatro di Marcello, temples, and the Via del Corso.

4.Hibbard, Howard. Bernini. Penguin Books, 1990.
— Key reference for Baroque Rome, including fountains, urban spectacle, and Counter-Reformation aesthetics.

5. Wittkower, Rudolf. Art and Architecture in Italy, 1600–1750. Yale University Press, 1999.
— Standard academic text on Baroque churches, architects like Borromini, and religious symbolism.

6. Krautheimer, Richard. Rome: Profile of a City, 312–1308. Princeton University Press, 2000.
— Essential for understanding Rome’s transformation from antiquity through the medieval period.

7. Hollingsworth, Mary. The Art of Renaissance Rome. Weidenfeld & Nicolson, 2009.
— Context for Renaissance churches, national churches, papal patronage, and Franco-Roman influence.

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