UC San Diego Global Seminars

     My first week in Rome has been a whirlwind of unforgettable experiences. On one hand it feels like I've been here forever while on the other it feels like the trip is moving way too fast. So far, I've really enjoyed being able to explore the city at such a slow pace and really absorb the sites. I've been very fortunate to travel in the past and this is my second visit to Rome, but I've never been able to experience truly living in a city abroad. Contrary to what I would have thought before my arrival, seeing iconic sites such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, the Vittoriano, among many others in such a casual way such as riding by on a bike or driving by in a taxi gives me a whole other level of appreciation for them and what they contribute to the city.    These first photos were taken from my first night in Rome and from an overnight trip I took to Passignano Sul Trasimeno to see one of my favorite bands play at a lakeside medieval fortress. These two expe...