After a two-hour train ride from Florence, we arrived in Rome. We took the subway from the train station to the Piazza del Popolo, where our hotel was located.

Rome. So much to see. Where to start? We started with the Vatican. Being in one of the most holiest of places sent shivers down my spine. I called San Pietro "God Headquarters."

I wisked Kristina through the Musei del Vaticano. For some reason, I absolutely had to get to the Cappella Sistina.

Once inside the Cappella, I was completely overwhelmed. To be surrounded by such greatness-- not just Michelangelo's work, but also Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Pinturicchio, and Signorelli-- was absolutely incredible.

You may have noticed that I never took pictures inside a church or museum (David is the only exception). I could've secretly shot the Cappella, but I didn't. There was just something wrong about taking pictures in such places.

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The Pantheon. "Hard to believe it is almost 2000 years old," Kristina said. I didn't expect to find Raphael's tomb here.

Piazza Navona, where I was harassed by guys trying very hard to sell me a friendship bracelet. Otherwise, it's a nice place to sit and take a break.

Fontana dei Fiumi, located in the center of Piazza Navona. Bernini's masterpiece is great to look at while resting your feet.

While at the Foro Romano, I wondered what Julius Caesar would think of today's politicians. I don't think he would be too surprised.

After a day in Rome, I noticed that the city has a buzz to it-- literally. There are so many scooters in Rome that the city is buzzing all day long.

Remember when sport wasn't about endorsement deals and millionare athletes? Remember when it was all about desparately fighting for your life against a lion? Ahh, those were the days.

It rained during our last day in Rome. But that didn't stop us from visiting the capitol square designed by Michelangelo.

You can't see it here, but at the base there is an eternal flame for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Trinita dei Monti. Yes, we climbed the steps in the rain. No, we did not slip and fall.

Rome has so much to see. We saw as much as we could for the two days we were there. And we only scratched the surface of what Rome has to offer.

According to legend, toss a coin into the Fontana di Trevi, and you are assured a return to Rome. Someday, we'll be back...