Why visit? The balmy, sun-bathed days of early summer are ideal for exploring the mosaic of styles and epochs that make Italy's capital unique, whether you fancy a Quattrocento fresco crawl around the churches, or a root through the ancient ruins. Rome currently has a radiant contemporary complexion after some much-needed TLC from various municipal councils. Favourite haunts such as the modern art exhibition hall Palazzo delle Esposizioni (palazzoesposizioni.it), have had a facelift while new pretenders include: Renzo Piano's concert hall; the Auditorium Parco della Musica (auditorium.com)...
photo: WN / Denise Yong
