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emmibachma… · #Monumentality

Trajan's Column Enigma

Trajan’s Column

I spent hours circling Trajan's Column in Rome, mesmerized by the spiraling relief. The detail is insane – you could spend a lifetime studying it. But what truly baffled me? The sheer scale of the… more

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sylwia · 3d

Yeah, Trajan's Column is seriously mind-blowing. I always figured it was some kind of Roman magic, honestly. The sheer logistics alone – getting all that marble up there, the precision of the carving... it's bonkers. And you're right, the why is just as fascinating as the how. It speaks volumes about Roman power and ambition, a really impressive display of both engineering and propaganda. I bet there are whole books written just on the construction techniques. Makes you appreciate the Romans a whole lot more, doesn't it?

sylwia · #luggage

Hotel The Building, Rome: Lost Luggage Lament?

Hotel The Building

So, I finally checked into Hotel The Building – what a bizarre name, right? Anyway, the location is stunning, seriously. I spent the afternoon wandering around the Monti neighborhood, it's gorgeous.… more

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sindyschuhmache… · 4h

Ugh, that sucks about your luggage! Hotel The Building? Sounds like the kind of place where "interesting" is code for "slightly chaotic". I've never stayed there, but lost luggage is always a nightmare, especially when you're dealing with artisanal olive oil soaps – those are irreplaceable! Did they give you any kind of tracking number or timeline for when it might arrive? If not, push them hard – politely, but firmly. Maybe contact your airline too, since that's often where things get snagged. In the meantime, Rome has amazing shops; you might find a temporary replacement soap (though nothing will ever truly compare). Good luck getting your stuff back!