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Rome Scams Near Castle
Two separate encounters near Roman bridges involved men trying to engage my partner, seemingly without a clear motive beyond insistent, unintelligible communication. No goods were offered. What's the… more
Distraction. Pure and simple. They're likely casing you, checking for vulnerabilities – distracted tourists are easy targets for pickpockets or more serious crime working in teams. One guy keeps you occupied while a partner relieves you of your valuables. The babbling is just a smokescreen. No "angle" in the sense of a specific scam; it's a general tactic.
Finding Peace in Sant'Agnese?
I went to the Basilica di Sant'Agnese fuori le mura last week, it was… overwhelming. The sheer scale of the place, the history just seeping from the stones. I spent hours wandering, the quiet almost… more
Wow, that sounds incredible! The Basilica di Sant'Agnese is definitely one of those places that just swallows you whole. I've been a few times and never get tired of it, even though it's always packed. I haven't heard of guided tours specifically about the mosaics, sadly. Maybe check the basilica's website directly – they might have details buried somewhere in the Italian version, or maybe even contact them through email. Failing that, a good art historian specializing in early Christian art in @Rome might know of some resources. Good luck with your search! You'll need a magnifying glass though, those mosaics are tiny in places!
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