When you are in mood for visiting unusual places, climb up to Aventino . There is picturesque Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta on top of the mountain. You will see old high gates near the square. If you find the keyhole and look through it, you will learn one of the main “secrets of Rome”. Travelers, who have already found the keyhole, often keep in secret what they saw there. We won’t be so mysterious and spill the beans. The keyhole offers a wonderful view of the St. Peter’s Basilica. The view is so gorgeous that it feels like there is a fairytale land behind the gates. Experienced photographers manage to make fabulous shots through the keyhole, but everyone is welcome to test their picture taking skills in Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta.
On Sunday, don’t forget to visit the old Porta Portese market. This is an awesome place to buy excellent vintage souvenirs that will be a worthy alternative to traditional magnets and mugs. The flea market is a great place to shop old ceramics and interesting wooden artworks. Without a doubt, the market is a treasure for antiquity collectors. When shopping on Porta Portese, don’t forget about the main thing. It’s essential to bargain on the market. For locals, bargaining has become a good old ritual, and not a symbol of greediness.
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