Colors of My Heart

Saint Peter’s Basilica, the heart of the Catholic Church, stands as one of the most significant religious structures in the world. Located in Vatican City, its history dates back to the 4th century when the first basilica was commissioned by Emperor Constantine I. Built atop the tomb of Saint Peter—the first pope and one of Christ’s apostles—the original church stood for over a millennium before it began to deteriorate. By the 16th century, a grander and more magnificent basilica was deemed necessary. The construction of the present basilica began in 1506 and was completed in 1626. Some of the greatest minds of the Renaissance and Baroque periods contributed to its design and decoration, including Michelangelo, Raphael, Bernini, Bramante, and Maderno. Michelangelo’s towering dome, the highest structure in Vatican City, remains one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks. At the heart of the basilica stands Bernini’s breathtaking Baldachin, an ornate bronze canopy marking the tomb of Saint Pete...

"Roman Holiday" is one of my favorite movies. I have always wanted to visit this place, and I finally got the chance to make that dream a reality.  I was deeply moved to be able to visit places I had only seen in the movie, such as the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and the Colosseum.  My visits to there  took place at night, but they became wonderful memories for me. I found myself wondering if this was the spot where Princess Anne ate gelato and where Joe tried to borrow a camera from a student. I was also overwhelmed by the Colosseum, which was built over 2,000 years ago.  Although my time there was limited, it became an unforgettable memory. ​​​​Next time, I would like to visit slowly with my family. Spanish Steps At the top of the Spanish Steps is the Church of Trinità dei Monti, and the official name of the Spanish Steps is also the Trinità dei Monti Stairs, just like the church. Colonna dell'Immacolata The Column of the Immacullate Conception is a 19th cen...