Xpressionz of an Architect

There can hardly be any other place on earth so full of Art and cultural Heritage which has influenced rest of the world in its own way as Rome, Italy. There have been many master architects, painters, sculptors , artists here who have left their legacy for us to follow. As soon as you enter Rome you realize this. There is the massive Colosseum, Roman Forum , Piazza Venezia to name a few. All the structures studied during architecture school were popping in my head. Had never thought that I would be actually standing in front of them. This was my aha moment!! Roman cities are so well planned, pedestrian friendly and stand true to the test of time. There are piazzas for people to come together for social events. Every piazza or square has its own water fountain flanked by great sculptures. There is a masterpiece in every corner you turn , be it the Trevi fountain, the Spanish steps, Piazza del Popolo, Pantheon..I truly agree on one thing that they say…A lifetime is not enough to see this place. I have tossed coins in the Trevi fountain to ensure that I come back..

Venice to me has an enchanting feeling to it keeping all travelers really engulfed in its mystique past. This city built on the black lagoons, is comp letely surrounded by water which not only gives a charming character to this city but also has protected this city from invasions. Built in the 5th century this city was under Austria, France and now part of Italy. All the traffic is on foot here, no cars allowed internally. The streets are lined by shops selling the famous masks. There are astounding Palaces, Bridges, Churches, Museums lined up along the Grand canal. I was really captured by two sites Piazza San Marco and Rialto bridge. Great examples of Gothic architecture. The smaller interior canals are coupled with bridges which almost are waiting to surprise you!!