Eternal charm: Rome in your pocket
This guide lists the major attractions in the capital city of Italy, dotted with hundres of years of History, thousands of monuments, churchres, cobbled streets full of life and photogenic spots.
Trastevere
Nestled across the Tiber River from Rome's iconic center, Trastevere, meaning "beyond the Tiber" in Latin, boasts a vibrant history that stretches back millennia. Initially controlled by the Etruscans, Trastevere was conquered by the Romans around the 6th century BCE for strategic control of the river. However, unlike the grand monuments that rose on the east bank, Trastevere remained a humble district for centuries.
Fishermen, artisans, and immigrants, particularly from the eastern regions of the empire, flocked to its shores, establishing a unique cultural tapestry. It wasn't until the reign of Augustus that Trastevere was officially incorporated into the city, becoming a crucial hub for the growing Jewish community.
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