DK Travel : Rome

Although functioning as a vibrant, modern capital akin to any in Europe, the unique appeal of Rome is that the entire city is a vast, 3,000-year-old, indoor-outdoor museum. In every quarter you’ll find ancient monuments, art treasures and timeless architecture in churches, galleries and protected ruins. Home to the world’s smallest city, the Vatican, Rome has religion at its heart and history in its soul – a city that dazzles and inspires visitors time and time again.

Farnese

This renovated belle époque mansion is furnished with period authenticity. Captivating trompe-l’oeil fresco decorations, wonderful modern bathrooms and a roof garden are just a few of its attractions. Rich fabrics and high ceilings are typical of the rooms.
Fausto Santini

Gorgeous, classically styled shoes at stratospheric prices.
Fawlty Towers

On the pleasanter, north side of Termini Station, efficient, clean, with internet access, kitchen, satellite TV and terrace. Helpful English-speaking staff. No curfew, no lockout. Bookings accepted for private rooms only; otherwise first come, first served. Breakfast included.
Feast of Sts Peter and Paul

Fireworks and partying to celebrate the founders of the Catholic Church.
Federico Fellini

The five-time Academy Award-winner (1920–1993) embodied styles from neo-realism to magico-realism.
Felice

This simple trattoria is one of the best places in the city to try the traditional carciofi alla romana (see Carciofi alla romana).
Fellini’s Roma

Fellini’s 1972 tribute to his adopted home town. Rome’s heritage gets in the way of modernization, and the absurdity of the Vatican is shown in a frighteningly funny papal fashion show. Fellini built a highway at the Cinecittà studios so he could film rush hour without the bother of real traffic.
Fendi

Five sisters founded this Roman fashion empire from their parents’s workshop and reign over Italy’s rage for furs.
Ferragamo

The shoemaker to the stars during Hollywood’s Golden Age of the 1950s hasn’t lost its touch, but it now mass-produces styles rather than creating unique works.
Ferrara

Deservedly trendy; decoration is minimalist, with patio seating and the creative menu is based around the remarkable wine selection.

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