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    The Pantheon

    November 1, 2024 in Italy ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C

    We visited the Pantheon on our first full day in Rome. The experience was, let’s just say chaotic. The plaza was packed with tourists, it was hard to move, the ticket situation was complicated…

    But once you get in, the ambiance of the building is incredible. The only natural light comes from the oculus in the ceiling. Which is more than enough on a sunny day to fill the space with a cool glow.

    We returned, by chance, Monday on our way to the Vatican Museum by way of a coffee shop (we’re from Seattle, we need our lattes). At 7:30am the Parthenon is closed, the plaza is empty, and the light is awesome. So we enjoyed the exterior of the Pantheon a second time!    Read more