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Rome Roma Rom is more than a fascinating
European capital city; it is a whole spectacular encyclopedia
of living history. Rome Roma Rom is halfway down
Italy's western coast, about 12 miles inland. It has been
said that every road in Rome leads to eternity. The city
is vast, though the historic center is quite small. The whole
experience of Rome is so powerful as to be almost overwhelming
at times. The best way to prepare for a visit is to study a
little of the history of the region, to be as well rested as
possible, and to arrange an itinerary that allows time to explore,
rest, and reflect on the magnificence of it all. Rome
in the year 2000 is at its best. The 2700 year old city has
been scrubbed and polished thoroughly to remove multiple layers
of grime and pollution for the Jubilee celebrations. Jubilee
years are festival years, especially for those of the Jewish
and Catholic faiths. The Jubilee year is based on an
Old Testament tradition that every 50 years God has proclaimed
that slaves are to be freed, debts forgiven and land returned
to its original owners. Millions of extra tourists are expected
to visit the Vatican and Rome during the years 2000 and
2001 on Jubilee pilgrimages. This is also the first
Holy Year in recent history during which Eastern European Catholics
have been free to travel, further swelling the numbers of
visitors. It is an ideal time for anyone to experience the beauty
and grandeur of Rome. |
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