More info on traveling to Rome: http://www.ricksteves.com/europe/italy/rome The Roman Forum was the political, religious, and commercial heart of the city. Rome's most important monuments, temples, and halls of justice were built here. As Rome's empire expanded, these few acres of land near the Tiber River became the center of the civilized world. All roads led to Rome. #rome #ricksteveseurope #romanforum

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• Travel Talks: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/travel-talks
• Rick Steves Audio Europe application: https://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/audio/audio-europe

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