After what felt like a week of rain, we were treated a beautiful sunny day last weekend as we traveled to Rome. From Lanciano, Rome is a 250 km drive west through the Apennines. These mountains appear even larger this time of year when they are snowcapped.
Rome was equally sunny. With a high of 16°C it felt like spring was here to stay. The students split into four tour groups, depending on their interest. I led a small group of three through the Colosseum and Forum.
Other tours included the Borghese Gallery and a Capuchin church and crypt. The largest group headed to the National Gallery of Modern Art (GNAM) to see works from the most influential artists of the 20th century.
A small group had traveled to Rome a week earlier for a self guided tour of the Colosseum and GNAM. Unfortunately they did not have the same weather that we enjoyed. Still, it was an enriching experience.
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As usual, our students were given free after the tours for shopping, dinner, and exploration.
