Elite Traveler September-October 2016

EXPLORE ROME

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Works of art Street art (far left) defines the hip quarter of Ostiense, with vibrant art works decorating walls, abandoned buildings and railway underpasses. Mosaic making Learn the ancient art of mosaic design at Studio Cassio (left), in the artisan quarter of Monti.

Pasta heaven Ravioli filled with artichokes being prepared at Ristorante da Pancrazio (above). Roses are red On Pentecost Sunday, a spectacular ceremony of showering red rose petals, cascading from the Pantheon’s oculus (right) – evoking the descending Holy Spirit – is a truly breathtaking experience.