I had a request for some information about what the Pantheon actually is... so here you go:
The Pantheon
by Tessa Batacharia (i don't know who this is, i found it online)
If you're in Rome, it would be a crime not to visit The Pantheon, which has to be one of the most breath taking attractions that Rome has to offer, the incredible thing about The Pantheon is that it has stood through centuries of change, but hasn't lost any of it brilliance. Being such a popular tourist attraction, it's important to remember that The Pantheon is absolutely packed with tourists, but somehow no matter which side of the doorway you are, you are filled with an incredible sense of peace and calm.The Pantheon has stood in the same spot for over 2000 years, and it looks as though nothing has changed, despite the battles that have been fought and lost, around it. Once you step you inside, all hecticity drains out of you, and the busy streets that you've escaped from the outside are soon forgotten about. The word 'Pantheon' signifies all the deities, and the building originated as a temple to twelve of the most important Roman gods. The Pantheon was built in about 125AD during the reign of the Emperor Hadrian. However, nowadays the Pantheon is still a consecrated church and used for occasional services, concerts and poetry readings. It's free to enter, and is usually open during daylight hours. Once you step outside back into the real world, into Piazza della Rotunda, you'll have the pleasure of seeing the fountain sporting one of Rome's trophy obelisks. If you've had enough culture then don't worry as nearby there are several restaurants and bars, and like the restaurants near any tourist hotspot the prices are extortionate, well unless you fancy a trusty Macdonalds.
If you're in Rome, it would be a crime not to visit The Pantheon, which has to be one of the most breath taking attractions that Rome has to offer, the incredible thing about The Pantheon is that it has stood through centuries of change, but hasn't lost any of it brilliance. Being such a popular tourist attraction, it's important to remember that The Pantheon is absolutely packed with tourists, but somehow no matter which side of the doorway you are, you are filled with an incredible sense of peace and calm.The Pantheon has stood in the same spot for over 2000 years, and it looks as though nothing has changed, despite the battles that have been fought and lost, around it. Once you step you inside, all hecticity drains out of you, and the busy streets that you've escaped from the outside are soon forgotten about. The word 'Pantheon' signifies all the deities, and the building originated as a temple to twelve of the most important Roman gods. The Pantheon was built in about 125AD during the reign of the Emperor Hadrian. However, nowadays the Pantheon is still a consecrated church and used for occasional services, concerts and poetry readings. It's free to enter, and is usually open during daylight hours. Once you step outside back into the real world, into Piazza della Rotunda, you'll have the pleasure of seeing the fountain sporting one of Rome's trophy obelisks. If you've had enough culture then don't worry as nearby there are several restaurants and bars, and like the restaurants near any tourist hotspot the prices are extortionate, well unless you fancy a trusty Macdonalds.
ohh thank god there's a McDonalds. but really the food in Rome is amazing. at least i can be sure i'll be eating well this semester... gelato, pizza, pasta, prosecco.... it's going to be rough...
Cami and I are both moved into the apartment. Josh Segiel (not to be confused with another Joshua Stephen) and Jake are staying at our place tonight before they move into their apartment near by tomorrow.
Objective number one tomorrow is to finally get my cell phone to work... so a number will be on its way shortly. Also, I have a mailing address i just need to figure out what it is... never fear.
i'm off... life is beautiful... more soon, lindsey
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