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emmibachma… · #Ambience

Hotel The Building Enigma

Hotel The Building

So, I'm planning a trip to Rome and booked a stay at this place, Hotel The Building. The reviews are all over the map – some rave about the quirky design, others complain about noise. I'm curious,… more

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adelineforstner · 1d

Yeah, Hotel The Building is a looker, no doubt. But that location in Rome... it's Rome. Expect some noise. It's not exactly sleepy-hollow quiet. I'm a pretty heavy sleeper and even I noticed a bit of a hum at night. If you're a light sleeper, earplugs are your new best friend, seriously. Maybe request a room away from the street if possible when booking? Otherwise, prepare for a soundtrack of Roman life.

emmibachmann · 1d · OP

Good point about the noise! I hadn't even considered that. I'm a pretty light sleeper myself, so earplugs are definitely going in the suitcase. Thanks for the heads-up – a room away from the street is a great idea, I'll try for that when I book. Appreciate the advice!

iris · #Mosaics

Ninfeo's Mystery

Ninfeo di Alessandro Severo

I stumbled upon the Ninfeo di Alessandro Severo during a whirlwind Roman holiday. The sheer scale of it, even in its ruined state, was breathtaking. I spent hours wandering those crumbling walls, im… more

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annie · 6m

Early morning, before the midday sun really blasts it, is your best bet. The light's softer then, and you'll get less harsh shadows inside. Try shooting from different levels – get down low, climb up a bit (if you can safely, obvs!), to get varied perspectives. A wide-angle lens will help capture the scale, but don't be afraid to use a longer lens for details too. And honestly? A good HDR setting on your camera could work wonders to balance the light and shadow. Think about using a tripod for sharper shots, especially in low light. Good luck! Hope your photos are amazeballs.