The Colosseum is one of the most visited monuments in the world with about 5.11 million visitors every year (Story Map Tour n.d.). During our time in Rome I visited the Colosseum three separate times and there was always a crowd of people in front and a line to get into the building. ThereContinue reading “Assignment #11”
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Assignment #8
Michel Serres, Statues. Bloomsbury. 1. What does Serres compare to the 1986 explosion of the rocket Challenger? He is comparing these accidents and explosions to the human sacrifices of the Ancients. PG. 2-5. 2. What do the hideous statue and its inhuman form of worship have to do with us? Because if we simply ignoreContinue reading “Assignment #8”
The Colosseum
We had such good luck with the weather while we were in Rome. During my time there I walked to the Colosseum three times and took pictures every time. I’m actually doing my final project of my study abroad course on the Colosseum, so here’s just a few pics before I publish my final videoContinue reading “The Colosseum”
Fontana di Trevi
Our hotel was right behind the Trevi Fountain al as you can imagine I got pictures of it from every angle at every time of day! Don’t worry I threw my coins and made a few wishes!
The views of Rome
My time in Rome seemed long, but I had the chance to see so many beautiful and historic things. Here are just a few pics I got from roaming through the city.
Assignment #10
Interview two people in Rome about the Victorio Emanuele II Monumento (Altare Delle Patria). Ask them if they like it. Would they change it? Why was it made? What would they replace it with? Write 500 words describing the results of your interview. Organize this material according to a clear thesis. When we went toContinue reading “Assignment #10”
Assignment #9
Any five of the 13 Obelisks Describe their setting and provide information of where each one came from, who brought it here, and when it was placed where it is now. Take a photo for your blog. Draw a map (you can use google if you want—or just a rough hand drawing) orienting them toContinue reading “Assignment #9”
Acropolis part 2
When the weather was beautiful the next day, we knew that we had to go back up to the Acropolis. We stayed up there for probably over an hour just admiring the view and really getting a chance to look at the ruins without being freezing cold. I know I’ve said this before but itContinue reading “Acropolis part 2”
Delphi
The pictures will never do justices the views that we got from the ruins in Delphi. The mountains and the landscapes were so breathtaking. It also helped that it was a beautiful day while we were there.
Assignment #6
I interviewed two people in Athens about the importance of monuments. I asked if they have a favorite secret monument in Athens. When was the last time they visited a monument in Athens? What monument would they add/change/remove? Do the monuments play a role in the relationship of Greece to Europe? If they feel personallyContinue reading “Assignment #6”
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