140,200 steps, 98 kilometres later

One last day to try to get to a few more historical sites, warm and sunny again. I was hoping that being a Monday, it might be less busy on the streets. The only difference was you saw a lot more business wear instead of casual clothes. Thought I’d try the Fontana di Trevi first, and I guess I should have done my research. The fountain closed October 7 for an indeterminate time for cleaning and restoration work. The monument is dry and being cleaned in small portions. The photos aren’t that exciting but it didn’t stop thousands of people from still congregating and jostling for space along the barriers…guess they didn’t do their research either!

Came across the beautiful statue of the angel with all the names as I was walking. I was surprised when I translated the inscription:

“The postal workers of Italy auspice. the patriotic action committee here, wanted to immortalize the names of their fellow workers who fell gloriously for the greatness of their homeland 1915-1918”

Then it was on to the Pantheon, one of the most impossible buildings to find, even for the fact it is massive. €5.00 gets you access to the once Roman temple (AD126), now Catholic Church (AD609). Stopped in to a pizzeria for late lunch and back again to the apartment to start packing. Was going to be a very early departure in the morning.

October 15 - took the Metro Subway and then the Leonardo Express to the Leonardo da Vinci airport. Unfortunately had major problems with getting checked in (significant confusion on whether seat assignments had been paid for, even though I had all the receipts). After 45 minutes it was decided I would fly to Zurich on Swiss Air and then hopefully get the Air Canada flight figured out once I got to Zurich. It all worked out, and the plane was loaded and ready to go when air traffic shut us down for two hours so there we sat. Anyway, I am back in Toronto, spending the night at the Sheraton and will head back home tomorrow once I rescue my dog (I don’t think Lynn and Dave are going to give her back!)

Thanks to everyone who joined me, Lisa, Rich and Sharon on our Viva Italia travels. I know they are continuing to many more wonderful destinations this week and I wish them all the best on their treks!Читать далее