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Private tour in Rome Giampaolo P
Underground Ancient Rome: explore life and mysteries of pagan faith!
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Welcome to my profile! I am a native, officially licensed Guide for Rome and a licensed Educator in Didactics for the Visually Impaired, with a Doctorate in Art History and a researcher in Arts and Palaeography. The path to becoming an official guide here in Italy is NOT short and straight. I have dedicated a good portion of my life to studying and deeply furthering my passion for Italy, its history and its importance in shaping the world that we all live in today. I am eager to help you to see, understand and to fully grasp, not just the 'wow factor' of what you're seeing, but also its place in all of our histories. No matter where we were born. As a re-enactor I also love to show objects, tools, music, food, scents that may help you to touch, listen, visualize and understand habits of the past. So much has changed and yet, so little. This kind of sensorial experience is also a very good key for the ones with special needs. In fact I am also a specialist in the particular needs of the elderly, the visually impaired and those with mobility issues. Nothing needs to hold you back from what will be not just the holiday of a lifetime, but also a new learning experience. That is why I am more oriented toward the EDUCATIONAL side of the tour, deepening and discussing CULTURAL and HISTORICAL aspects of the masterpieces we will discover together. I lead small groups with a maximum of 8 guests, my tours last longer than the average so that you can feel fully engaged and free to ask whatever you want, and I like answering questions. I love to share my knowledge with those whom are curious and motivated but I am NEITHER AN ENTERTAINER NOR A COMEDIAN; as one my clients noted, "If you're just looking for photo ops and fluff, he may not be the guide for you. But, if you want to learn about the amazing history of Rome, he's your guide!". The key my tours is FACTS: so I DO NOT indulge in blood, gore and spicy gossip but just keep to HISTORY. Believe me: Rome has definitely much more to offer than just the Colosseum and the Vatican! You can learn much more about History and Art visiting lesser known, more exclusive treasures rather than the usual "must-see" blockbuster. For this reason in addiction to the classical itineraries I love also to suggest specific, tailored thematic tours lasting one or more days, in order to favor a full immersion experience of Rome's beauty. And that is surely the best souvenir of all. CREDENTIALS Scuola Specializzazione in Storia dell'Arte (Ph. D. ), Siena (2005) Degree in Art History, Rome (2000) Licensed Vatican Operator for Didactics and Visual and Motorial Disability, Vatican (2012) Licensed Guide for Rome district (2001) Diploma of Librarian, Vatican (2017) Diploma of Archivist & Palaeographer, Rome (1999) none
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A tour of Roman houses and temples under Christian churches Half Day Walking Tour
Overview of your Rome tour
This tour will unveil the amazing continuity of pagan faith into christian religion as well as the attempt to delete the fascination and power of the Roman gods. Religion for the Romans and the Greeks was not just a matter of personal belief but most of all a powerful tool for the creation of a social, political, spiritual identity of those people; the raise of the new Christian religion destroyed systematically the evidence of pagan faith but converted as well pagan temples and houses into churches. Everyday life in the past is still told by such ruins: small Christian communities, private residences and shrines were later turned into impressive churches (as S. Giovanni and Paolo) while dangerous competitors as the god Mithras were associated to Jesus (S. Clemente); primeval sanctuaries were literally deleted, being covered by churches and deleting any evidence of previous cults (S. Nicholas). The underground of Rome still hides incredible secrets and this tour offers you a chance to experience all this!
Your Rome tour itinerary
Church of S. Clemente (3-levels underground) Church of S. Giovanni and Paolo (underground roman houses) Circus Maximus Church of S. Nicola in Carcere (underground pagan temples) NOTE: unless previously agreed NO PICKUP AT THE HOTEL is included. No knives, weapons, glass bottles, alcoholics, backpacks, large bags are allowed. The dress code requires shoulders and knees covered for both women and men. IMPORTANT: Please ALWAYS CHECK FOR AVAILABILITY, no matter what the calendar shows. Due to possible shortage of tickets, please ALWAYS inquire before proceeding with the booking. Please indicate as well special needs or mobility issues if present. Complaints will not be accepted for declining the booking if these rules are not followed. Feel free to contact me if you would like to customize this tour!
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Type: Walking
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Rome, Lazio, Italy
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Basilica di S. Clemente, Piazza di S. Clemente, Roma
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