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Sunset over St. Peter’s Basilica and the Tiber River
Rome, Italy
August, 2005

Rome was the final city on our Italian honeymoon adventure. In addition to being one of the most culturally and historically rich places I’ve ever visited, this ancient city is also one of the most beautiful. We walked for miles through Rome’s gorgeous scenery of seemingly endless monuments and buildings. Around every corner was something interesting to discover.

We spent only two nights there, but I took so many photos that I’m going to split them into four posts. I begin with Vatican City.

Mike and I walked for miles through the city, including a beautiful walk along the river toward Vatican City.

St. Peter’s Square is lined with prominent and imposing columns and statues.

The Swiss Guards watch over Vatican City, and add color to it, as well!

I can’t decide if I love the guard’s uniforms as a colorful photo accent, or if I think they are quite tragic.

Inside the Vatican Museum.

This magnificient staircase leads the way out of the museum.

I wasn’t prepared for the sheer grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica. I took almost no photos inside, because it required all of my energy and attention to absorb the view around me. A photo couldn’t capture its enormity and beauty anyway. It was something that I had to feel instead of shoot. I can only imagine how awe-inspiring it must be for a devout Catholic to experience.

Beautiful.