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How Rome prepares to celebrate New Year 2014

In Rome, preparations for Christmas and the New Year are in full swing. In almost all the main squares, Christmas trees have already appeared. The last and most important, of course, will be the Christmas tree in the Vatican, work on which is in full swing.

On Friday night, December 11, there are few tourists in the Vatican. St. Peter's Basilica closes at 6 p.m.

Swiss guards reliably guard all entrances.

Workers finish decorating the Christmas tree.

On one of the most important streets of Via della Conciliazione (literally Reconciliation Street), which leads from the Castle of Saint Angel to the Cathedral of Saint Peter, there are always a lot of cars.

Notice how cute the restaurant on Via di Porta Angelica is decorated.

Three cute little sisters.

Small Christmas Market at Piazza del Risorgimento

Traditional figurines at fairs - cartoon characters

And, of course, figures of Santa Claus and horses.

On Venice Square (piazza Venezia), against the backdrop of the Altar of the Fatherland, a small but original Christmas tree flaunts.

One of the most popular and longest shopping streets in Rome Via del Corso is all decorated with illumination.

The tree itself is very nice, but from the Eternal City you expect a more grandiose structure.

Another view of the Via del Corso.

The most popular is the tree at the main transport hub of the Eternal City - Termini Station. Almost all guests of the capital sooner or later get here.

New Year's wishes: what do the Romans dream of?

Traditionally, guests and residents of Rome place their wishes for Santa Claus on a Christmas tree at Termini's main train station. Here you can find dreams in almost all languages ​​of the world. We offer you a rating of the most original desires from our compatriots.

On seventh the place is sincere wishes from Asel: “Dear Santa Claus, fulfill all these dreams and wishes, give people happiness, a sea of ​​smiles and For myself I will ask for more luck, love and positive. P.S. And yes, a few crispy bills in my wallet would not hurt either. With love from Kazakhstan. Asel. "

On the sixth good wishes from a guest from faraway Kyrgyzstan: “Dear Santa Claus, bring us all this year a lot of happiness, smiles and joy. Let everyone feel protected. May every sick child wake up healthy one day. May there be more smiles on their faces this year. I hope it will not be difficult for you and you will fulfill all our desires. We are all waiting for the New Year like a miracle - Give everyone health and a long life! Ayyma. Kyrgyzstan! ”

On fifth we could not reprint the place of congratulations from the Ukrainian Mikhailo, but our readers from Ukraine are sure to understand their compatriot.

On fourth place faithful wife: "Husband! I love you! I wish you good health, patience and good earnings. Wife."

On third the place is good girls: "Dear Grandfather Frost! Bring us 10 bags of gifts! Much money! Glory and love! We believe in you! We won’t write our address; you will find good girls yourself. "

On second the place of a guest from Russia with a desire to work: “GAZPROM. If dreams come true, take me to work. Vika."

And unconditional leader our New Year's greetings: "DED FROST! RETURN ME TO ITALY. Peterhof (write on demand) Send: 2 tickets, 2 visas, hotel for 2 persons »

Watch the video: Rome prepares for Valentine's Day (November 2024).

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