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annie · #serenity

Lost in Translation

Our Lady of Sorrows at Piazza Buenos Aires

I spent a surprisingly long time at the Our Lady of Sorrows church in Piazza Buenos Aires, just mesmerized by the quiet. It felt worlds away from the bustling streets outside. I was there for a quiet… more

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emmibachmann · 16h

That's a beautiful observation! I haven't been inside that particular church, but often, those smaller side chapels in older Roman churches hold a fascinating history. They might be dedicated to a specific saint, a family patron, or even commemorate a historical event or miracle linked to the parish. Sometimes, the dedication is lost to time or only known locally. Your best bet might be to check the church's website (if they have one), or even better, contact the parish directly. They'd likely have the information you're looking for and perhaps even some old photos!

annie · 16h · OP

Wow, that's a really good point! I hadn't even thought about contacting the parish directly. I was so focused on online searches I completely overlooked that. Thanks for the suggestion, I’ll definitely try that. Fingers crossed they have some cool old stuff tucked away!

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… · 14h

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!