\t\tFor many guests staying in a unique Rome design hotel, visiting the Piazza di Spagna is a perfect way to fill an afternoon without spending a mountain of money. At night the views of the city lights are quite beautiful to witness, and visitors can sit, flirt, eat, and experience the ambiance of this classic Roman hotspot. This place is perfect for a relaxing afternoon or evening of people watching and just enjoying life in one of the best cities in the world – and the best thing is, you don’t even have to spend a cent if you don’t want to! Many people stay in a Rome design hotel for the artistic design, reasonable prices and overall ambience, and a visit to Piazza di Spagna will carry the themes through. The area is buzzing with restaurants and shops combined with a vibrant atmosphere. Along with its easy accessibility for those staying in a nearby Rome design hotel, it's easy to see why it has become such an attraction. Visitors can know they are experiencing the same sights witnessed by Mary Shelly and John Keats, who would often visit the square in times gone by. On one corner is the house that Keats lived, wrote, and died in. Piazza di Spagna is also famous for the Spanish Steps, a major landmark of Rome. Despite the crowds of tourists, this spot maintains its charm - after all, there has to be a reason people continue to flock here! Visitors to the square can also get a drink from the Barcaccia fountain at the base of the Spanish Steps. This pristine water travels twenty kilometres from one of the only remaining aquaducts in the city. Many people also like to venture up the steps to the beautiful Renaissance church, Trinita dei Monti. This monument is the pinnacle of Renaissance design, and offers all who visit an architectural treat. Artistic tourists will appreciate the design of the church’s outside, with the mix of organic and sharp shapes that have continued to inspire architectural design today. The frescos that line the inside of the dome of the church glow impressively, considering how long ago it was painted. The frescos were painted by artist, Perino del Vaga who studied under Raphael in the Vatican. It is no wonder the Piazza di Spagna is such a popular destination for those visitors to the city who want to experience the true heart of the city within easy access of Rome design hotel accommodation. The square offers an exciting atmosphere perfect for every kind of personality. With places to sit and just observe or the number of restaurants and stores that line the square, there is never a dull moment.
By: Roberta Stuart