Yesterday we visited the ruins of the Roman town of Ostia Antica, once the main port serving the capital of the Roman Empire. We have visited a number of Roman ruins and archaeological sites before but none were as impressive as this. The scale is vast.
You can wander through old Roman cemeteries, past warehouses and civic buildings, temples to the Gods. Walk down streets whose cobbled pavings are cut into by wheel ruts from ancient carts and chariots. Wander around the huge main plaza and visit the houses of of traders and noblemen.
The site is stunning and just 30 minutes by metro from Rome. Do visit if you ever come to this city.
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| with my wonderful Owner |
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| nice balls! |
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| Roman manhole/drainage cover |
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| Main plaza |
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| Roman toilets |
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| Streetscape |
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| Huge fresco |
Owner and i both agreed that the boy in this sculpture looks almost as if he is wearing a chastity device!
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| is that a tiny chastity cage i see? |
We even had time for a traditional bra flash
Eventually, however, all good things come to an end and it was time to return to Rome for our final night here. We stopped off in a cafe for some delicious coffee and cake before later hitting a few bars and then going out for a meal.
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| in the cafe |
It has been a wonderful return trip to the eternal city. We are already planning our next visit!
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