Italy Holiday

During our recent trip to Italy, our group of friends from our university days — Bishal, Divesh, Gebril, Omear, and Waleed — had the opportunity to explore several historical sites, experience the vibrant culture, and enjoy the beautiful landscapes. Below are some photographs and videos capturing the essence of our journey. We hope these images and videos give you a glimpse into the incredible experiences we had and the memories we made along the way.

Colosseum at night

The Colosseum, built between 70-80 AD, could hold up to 50,000 spectators and was used for gladiatorial contests, public spectacles, and even mock sea battles.

Colosseum

During its inaugural games, the Colosseum was flooded to stage a full-scale naval battle, highlighting its advanced engineering capabilities.

Omy at the Colosseum

Colosseum had a complex system of underground tunnels and chambers called the hypogeum. These were used to house animals, slaves, and gladiators before they appeared in the arena.

Colosseum at night

Ingenious pulley systems and trapdoors allowed for dramatic and sudden appearances, adding to the spectacle of the games.

Gebril at the Colosseum

Despite its iconic status today, the Colosseum was largely neglected after the fall of the Roman Empire and even served as a quarry, with its stones being repurposed for building St. Peter's Basilica and other structures in Rome.

Bish at the Piazza della Rotonda

Located in Rome, is home to the Pantheon, one of the best-preserved ancient Roman buildings.

Piazza della Rotonda

The central fountain in the square was designed by Giacomo della Porta, a prominent Renaissance architect, and was once used as a watering hole for horses.

Ice Cream

With the weather blazingly hot, it's the perfect excuse for an ice cream in Piazza della Rotonda, just steps away from the awe-inspiring Pantheon.

Variety of Flavors

Fontane di Piazza San Pietro

Fountains of St. Peter's Square in Vatican City were designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in the 17th century. Fountains are adorned with statues of lions and water-spouting dolphins, symbolising the Church's authority and the power of water as a life-giving element.