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As someone who not only appreciates the rich history, culture, and exquisite beauty of Italy but also has the privilege of calling this magnificent country home, I am thrilled to provide you with:

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walking MAPS of italy

Italian destinations, world-renowned or hidden gems for your next enchanting journey to the Dolce Vita Country!

Genuine information, insights and hidden gems, peculiarities and suggestions that only a local can reveal!

They're places I've seen and experienced.

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Italy by Carla

I just love visiting this amazing country that is Italy

and even more thrilled to be able to call it my home.

I get to visit destinations that are

world-renowned as well as hidden gems,

with insights and specific points of view of being a local.

I spend countless hours creating visual guides and itineraries, that were fopr me to begin with, and now, to help you guys as you plan your Italian holiday or that you can follow while you're here in Italy.

My Walking Routes are visually comprehensive & the Itineraries are soooo handy... use them in your Google Maps app and get:

Easy info! Easy directions! Easy to access!

I'll also show you how to use it as your

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Spanish steps

Spanish teps with piazza di spagna and the trinità dei monti church.One of Rome's iconic landmarks. CREDIT: Sborisov on Fotolia One of Rome's most iconic and beloved landmarks. Come to this 1 location to experience 3 places to visit!! The Trinità dei Monti church at the top, The Spanish Steps in the middle, Piazza di Spagna at the base. More than just a staircase: a cultural crossroads for history, art and modern life.

135 steps

a monumental stairway that connects “Piazza di Spagna” at the base, with “Trinità dei Monti” church at the top. In Italian "Scalinata di Trinità dei Monti" a stunning baroque masterpiece. Since 1725 has become a symbol of Elegance and Roman Sofistication. Completed in 1725. SECRET: if you're feeling like you could avoid the climb... there's a lift.... shhhhhh!!! read about it in my guide below and make sure not to sit on the steps or you'll have the vigili on your back!

An Awesome View

A struggle to climb up you say? but... check out the view from the top! The Spanish Steps: more than just a staricase! A crossroads for history, art & modern life!

BONUS HINT:

Wanna go "up" minus the "stairs"? There's an elevator...!! Where? ...

Artistic flair at the base

Explore the Barcaccia Fountain at the foot of the steps, designed by Pietro Bernini and his son Gian Lorenzo Bernini, adding a touch of artistic flair to the setting.

Piazza di Spagna

is the name of the square at the base of the Spanish steps. A bustling and popular meeting point, shopping destination. Come here to immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere of designer boutiques and charming cafes.

Trinità dei Monti Church

a serene sanctuary perched atop the Spanish Steps overlooking the magnificent city of Rome. A Stunning French Church built in the late 16th century, that boasts a harmonious blend of Renaissance and Baroque elements, located at the summit of the Pincian Hill.