Friday, June 14, 2019

Footsteps - Arrival in the Eternal City

We packed up and left for Rome. After two short flights, we arrived. We took a quick break and then went for a short self guided tour. 

Our first stop was at Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri - Saint Mary’s of the Angels and the Martyrs. This is a cathedral built inside an ancient Roman bath. It was designed by Michelangelo. It is breathtaking and full of magnificent art. 

Our second stop was Santa Maria della Vittoria. This church houses one of the most important work by Bernini - The Ecstacy of St. Teresa. The folds in her robes, the look on her face, the positioning of the bodies are magnificent and seem to stop time. This small church is full of spectacular art. 

Some of us then went on to say a quick hello to the Colosseum - Flavian’s Amphitheatre. 

Rome has much in store for us, and we can’t wait. 


Preparing to fly









Santa Maria della Vittoria

The Ecstasy of St. Teresa



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