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The places I wander

Eighteen of Italy's twenty regions and counting, the Rome guide I keep for friends, and the places farther afield that changed how I see the world.

Shaded regions are ones I've explored. Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Basilicata are next on my list. Stories and recommendations for each region are on their way.

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Julia taking a photo from the top of the Spanish Steps
A personal guide

Rome

I fell for Rome as a student, and I've gone back every year since. This is the guide I send friends: the places I love, neighborhood by neighborhood, and when to go so you have them to yourself.

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