The Rome Honors cohort!
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I studied in the Honors Rome Program, exploring Rome's performance of power throughout the centuries. The curriculum emphasized architecture and art as Rome's method of displaying power. Examining Rome through these lenses, we went to notable sites within Rome to analyze these performances. We visited galleries, churches, museums, and architectural marvels. Not only was I getting my sightseeing done, but also researching and studying these sites. The Honors Rome program emphasized interacting with the city. As I walked through the streets of the Rome, the accounting students camped out in the computer labs. |
Coming back, everyone asks "How was Rome?" For me, the iconic sites were underwhelming. The Sistine, the Coliseum, and the Pantheon was like the Quad during cherry blossom season. You appreciate the view, but the crowded nature just makes into an uncomfortable experience. My favorite places were areas of silence highlighting quiet appreciation. A centuries old monastery, an abandoned ruin, and silent galleries with few people around.
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The classic sites like Colosseum felt overrated and crowded...my favorite places were areas of quiet appreciation |
Mussolini tried to promote Italy to host World Olympics. Spent millions on infrastructure such as modern Colosseum.
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Repurposing power of the past, notice the statues here.
Read Article of how Fendi now uses it as headquarters: |