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How often do you think about the Roman Empire ? If the viral 2023 TikTok trend — where women asked men in their lives this question — is anything to go by , the answer is ‘ surprisingly frequently ’. And it ’ s no wonder : the Romans are responsible for some of the world ’ s most impressive innovations , from complex aqueduct systems to architectural marvels like the Colosseum . From gladiators to emperors and world-famous statues , Rome , the heart of the sprawling empire , delivers drama in droves . Today , this legacy lives on , intertwined seamlessly with a vibrant nightlife , cutting-edge hotels and a restaurant scene like no other .
If that wasn ’ t enough to entice you to the Italian capital , the Pope has decreed that 2025 is a year of Jubilee . This event only occurs every 25 years and draws Catholics from all over the world . In preparation , Rome is giving its beloved marble structures a scrub — everything from the magnificent Monument to Victor Emmanuel II statue to Bernini ’ s sculptures — ahead of the momentous occasion . The locus of activity will be St . Peter ’ s Basilica in the Vatican , with mapped pilgrimage paths channeling visitors to churches across the city . And thanks to new tours , guided walks and hotel openings , there ’ s never been a better time to visit the Eternal City .
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