Split, Croatia

Split Harbor at Dusk

Split Harbor at Dusk

The main attraction in Split is Diocletian’s Palace, built in the 4th century by the Romans.  Today it is simply part of the old city with fancy shops and many restaurants primarily for tourists.  Split had the busiest harbor we have seen since Gibraltar.  There was a constant flow of cruise ships, ferries and yachts.
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Rome, Italy

Trevi FountainThe short story on Rome is…. If you ever get a chance to visit Roma, do so!  To understand Roma, it helps to realize it has been a vibrant city for over 2,500 years.  Walking around this ancient city one can turn the corner and suddenly see the Roman Colosseum, Pantheon, Saint Peter’s Basilica, another statue of Romulus and Remus,  or some other site we were required to study in school.   Everything Rome has done seems to be over the top in excess and grandeur.  For example, Trevi Fountain is so large it basically occupies the entire plaza where it was built.

We have all heard the saying, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.”  So my Dad asked me to find out what it is the Romans do.

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