Today was another good day, but in Rome how can there be a bad one? It was actually totally mistake that todays events took place. I was originally going out to be part of a tour of the Colosseum and other such Roman city highlights. However I ended up being the only one on the tour and they had to cancel. I was pretty bummed at first but then took to walking the streets of Rome seeing what i could discover. I first headed over towards the Colosseum area to just to get a glimpse of it for now. I wanted to then do something that wasn't on the tour because I will probably do the tour on tuesday. I came upon Romes largest building, a marble monument to King Vittorio Emanuele II. I decided that this would be an interesting discovering and that most likely the panoramic view they offered from the top (at a price of course) would be pretty spectacular. I was correct in my assumptions, not only was it a pretty cool building but it was a great view of all of Ancient Rome.
I then decided since I was very close to the Via del Corso (one of the biggest shopping streets in the city) I would attempt to maybe get some Christmas shopping done. While it was a lot of fun walking the streets and going into some cool shops the part about completing some Christmas shopping did not really happen. For one thing its crazy expensive, and also I really don't know what to do this year for gifts. I did happen upon a sweet pair of jeans for me I think I will go back to get later.
In my wanderings i really didn't know where i was for a while and then happened upon the Trevi Fountain. one of the things that was actually on my list to see but i was saving for a different day. I really didn't know what to expect, I had never seen pictures before so I though it was just a pretty cool round fountain maybe in a roundabout or piazza somewhere. What I didn't expect was what the Trevi Fountain turned out to be, one of the most amazing things I have ever seen. Things made of marble always impress me with the beauty i gives to the statues and such but the fountain was absolutely breathtaking. I took some pictures and had my first Gelato sitting and watching the throngs of people take pictures and toss coins into the fountain.
One thing I really enjoy that most people don't is crowds. Shoulder to shoulder, people everywhere, talking, shouting, selling trinkets, taking pictures, shopping, its one of my favourite parts about visiting large cities is the crowds. let me tell you I was in the zone tonight. at the fountain and on the streets the roads and walkways were lined with people. It was the atmosphere that I was looking for in Rome and even though I was tired and hungry i continued to shop and venture through the streets.
Next I decided since I was in a good mood and out on the streets I would visit something else on my list. I made my way towards the Spanish Steps. after getting distracted by some of my favourite stores I finally made it to the base of the steps. To tell you the truth there was not much to do here. I climbed them and took in the view of the streets. I considered getting my portrait drawn because I have always wanted to do it but then I didn't want to cough out any more money plus I don't think it would travel well.
Theme Song of the Day. You know your in a hostel with lots of North Americans when the restaurant starts playing "Don't Stop Believing" by Journey and half the place is singing along with it. Thats not the theme song I just wanted to mentioning it because it was a cool/funny moment.
"Uprising" By Muse.
Tomorrow I am planning on going on a tour of the Vatican, something i have been looking forward to for pretty much my entire life. This one wont get cancelled I was assured. I apologize for the lack of pics in the blog, the internet here is garbage.
Peace
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