Frascati, Italy….
Easy day-trip from Rome
20 km South-east of Rome in the Castelli Romano area
25 minute train ride from Termini Train Station in Rome
Frascati is renowned for its white wine, Frascati
Must try the local specialty: Porchetta !!
Frascati is famous for its villas, which were built from the 16th century & later by Popes, cardinals and Roman nobles as “status symbols” of Roman aristocracy. These country houses were designed for social activities rather than farming.
Frascati train station
Cathedral of San Pietro
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Lunch!
Primo piatto
Villa Aldobrandini
Villa here, villa there, villa everywhere!
Quick walk through the little streets
Furry feline friends on the way...
Quiet & peaceful
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The entry gate
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Villa Aldobrandini
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The view from the villa up on the hill
On the premesis of Villa Aldobrandini
Bak to town
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Piazza Spada
Porchetta - YUM!!
Lunch to go
The local butcher
Hmmm, one lamb please 🙂
Adorable windy streets
The bus area in center
Cathedral of San Pietro
A quick aperitivo before the train
Back down the stairs to the train
Map/Location
Easy day-trip from Rome
20 km South-east of Rome in the Castelli Romano area
25 minute train ride from Termini Train Station in Rome
