Wanderings in Assisi
Wandering around Assisi, Italy, in search of medieval architecture and views of the Umbrian countryside and Rocco Maggiore and Basilica of St. Francis.
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Canals without Gondolas
Wandering through the streets and canals of Venice in search of photographic scenes and gondolas at ridiculous rates for tourists.
Eats and Drinks in Florence
Eating and drinking my way through Florence, Italy. Making stops at Mercato Centrale for food and cocktails.
Map Inaccuracy
Discovered some inaccuracy on the map at my hostel in Florence, Italy. Seems the painter took a few artistic liberties with the world.
Look! More Ruins in Pompeii
Touring the ruins of Pompeii and wondering what each of the similar ruins once were. It included a nice stop in the ancient prostitution district.
Crowded Religious Tourism at the Vatican
Navigating the crowds to tour the Vatican museum and Sistine Chapel to view the works of art.
Colossal Colosseum Tour in Rome
Wandering around the enormous Roman Colosseum in the summer heat in search of lions feasting on gladiators.
Meeting Michelangelo’s David in Florence
I waiting in line for 40 minutes at the Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence, Italy, to see Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David.
Italy and the Death of Diet
After two months of dieting and losing weight in Korea, I’ve come to Italy to face the temptation of all the foods that the country has to offer.
Pirates of the Tyrrhenian Sea
It wasn’t as cheesy as Disney’s Pirates of the Caribbean ride, and no one broke out in song or even spoke in pirate tones.
Walking Through History in Rome
Walking through Roman history in the summer heat at the Forum and Palatine Hill.
Sunrise over Perugia
Near my apartment in Italy is a scenic overlook. It’s a great location to watch the sunrise over Perugia and the hills below.
Long Stopover in Italy
Taking my time after vacation in Italy to stay in the small town of Perugia in Umbria for some sightseeing.