Adventures in Rome: Day One

When Lucas and Amanda decided to come visit, one of the first things we started planning was a trip to Rome.  They were very excited about it, and so was I, because despite living in Italy for over a year, I hadn't made it to Rome yet.  It was definitely time to change that!

We took the train, partly for the experience but mostly to avoid driving in Rome.  Our hotel was in a great location and we were able to walk pretty much everywhere with only a couple rides on the metro. 

We started our sightseeing as soon as we were checked into the hotel.  First stop was the Capuchin Crypt.  It was kind of a morbid way to begin our trip, but was oddly fascinating at the same time.  Basically, the Crypt holds the bones of around 4,000 Capuchin friars.  The bones are arranged in artistic displays which are meant as a reminder of the swift passage of life on earth.  Photography wasn't allowed, so I'll just say that it maybe wasn't the most pleasant type of art to look at, but it was definitely thought-provoking. 

After the Crypt, we made our way to the Spanish Steps. 

And then on to the Trevi Fountain.  We fought our way through the crowd and threw in our coins, ensuring a return trip to Rome.  Later on, once it was dark, we stopped by again.  It definitely feels a little more magical at night and was the perfect way to end our first day in Rome.