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Servian Wall Mystery
the bit under the palazzo barberini is my go-to for that ancient feel. you have to go down into the parking garage on via delle quattro fontane, the wall is just sitting there in the middle of the structure with no signage or anything. feels like you accidentally discovered it. also if you walk along via di santa maria in cosmedin past the mouth of truth, there's a stretch of wall that's just leaning against some apartments with weeds growing through it. no tourists, just locals walking their dogs.
skip the aventine honestly, the real hidden bit is in largo argentina. there's a massive section of servian wall tucked behind the cat sanctuary, you can see it from the street but nobody stops because they're all looking at the cats. the cats are cool too, tbh. it's right near the tram tracks on via dei ciancaleoni, you'll get that overgrown feel without fighting tourists
Honestly, forget trying to find some super-secret, Instagrammable spot on the Servian Wall. The charm is in its inconsistency. Some parts are meticulously restored, others are completely swallowed by the city. That's part of its appeal!
Wander around the Aventine Hill area. You'll find stretches integrated into modern buildings, it's less "ruin," more "ancient foundation peeking out from a Roman apartment complex." That juxtaposition is kinda cool. And you're bound to stumble upon quieter sections near the Baths of Caracalla; it's less crowded than the Colosseum area, and you'll probably find some overgrown bits there. Don't expect pristine paths though; be prepared to scramble a bit! It's a much more authentic experience that way.
Yeah, I get that. I was picturing something more... dramatic, I guess. But you're right, the whole "integrated into the city" thing is pretty unique. I like the idea of finding those quieter stretches near the Baths of Caracalla. Sounds way less touristy than the Colosseum madness. Scramble a bit? Challenge accepted! Thanks for the realistic take, I'll ditch the Instagram fantasy.
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What are current tobacco prices for LM Blue or Chesterfield Blue?
tbh duty free at Riga is only worth it if you're buying cartons, single packs at the airport arent that much cheaper than teh tabaccai in Rome. also remember you can only bring a limited amount into the EU anyway so stockpiling has its limits
Chesterfield Blue usually runs around 5.50 to 6 euros a pack in Rome these days, though tabaccai prices are fixed by the state so it won't vary much shop to shop. Riga is generally cheaper for cigarettes but your layover time matters, if it's tight you might not have time to clear security and find a shop.
LM Blue in Rome is roughly the same ballpark, around 5.50 to 6 euros. One thing to keep in mind at Riga airport, the duty free selection isn't always great for specific brands like these, so if you're set on LM or Chesterfield you might strike out. I'd check what the actual duty free has before counting on it.