And finally...the Colosseum!

Finally, on our second to last day in Rome, we toured the Colosseum, one of the oldest buildings in Rome. We actually paid for a tour guide this time, and it was worth the extra Euro. Nothing inside was labeled, so it helped for the guide to point out some of the things we otherwise would have missed. For instance, she told us where the emperor sat and where the gladiators entered the arena. Afterward, after hiding in a cafe during a downpour, we toured the Forum.

Tomorrow is our last day in Rome, and we have it free to spend however we choose. We've seen everything on our high priority list, so it will be nice to relax a little bit and just see where we end up. The trip has been exhausting but extremely enjoyable and educational. I'm also very grateful that we were able to see Florence and Assisi. This trip has truly been an experience of a lifetime!

Angie