Were we in Rome?

I think it's about time I told you about this part of our trip! We flew to Rome early in the morning on June 8th, arriving around 10:30 AM. It feels so strange to be in Sweden and just 2 1/2 hours later you land in Rome, Italy! We got checked-in at our hotel and walked down the street to a great little pizzeria. I think that every block in Rome is filled with 2-3 pizzerias and 2-3 gelaterias. It's fabulous (if you like pizza and ice cream!)!! After a quick lunch we just decided to walk around for a bit. We admired the wonderful streets and buildings and had walked about 10 min. when we turned the corner and were faced with the Colesseum! It was so amazing to see, and even more amazing that it is just RIGHT THERE. We decided to head down there and tour the Roman Forum & Palentine Hill. Here are some pics from our first day:

Me (& the garbage can...) & the great view from Palantine Hill
Ryan in the Roman Forum, overlooking the Colesseum

The Roman Forum

Looking out at the city of Rome


Oh how I could be back there today.... :)