terra = amore.

On Thursday morning Clara and I took advantage of the free attractions and went to Castel Sant'Angelo. It was originally built as a mausoleum for Hadrian between 135 AD and 139 AD. Then in 401 it was converted into a fortress, destroying many of the decorations and adornments. Today, it is a museum and has a gorgeous view of Rome from the top.

Castel Sant'Angelo.

The original angel which adorned the top of the fortress.

Keeping watch.

St. Peter's from the river.

Dessert pizza from Simone's is AMAZING! I just had to throw this picture in. This was our dessert for the day.

After going to class, Clara, Vivi, Tonio, Damian, and I went to a gallery. It was a photography and digital art exhibit by Matteo Basile entitled, "The Saints are Coming." Here's an example of his work:

"Ofelia"

After the gallery we headed over to Circo Massimo, where there was a free Earth Day concert put on by Nat Geo. It was a really good time and I got a lot of swag, including 3 new reusable bags! :D

The stage.

Damian playing with his balloon. And by playing I mean beating me and Clara in the face with it! :]

"We can breathe in space. They just don't want us to escape..."

Clara and I had to leave the concert early since we had already made plans to watch Anchorman with Mickey. Technically it was a Res Grad event, but we're generally the only two who come to the movies anyways. After getting microwave popcorn and quoting waaay to much of the movie, we ended the night by going to dinner at my favorite restaurant, Le Fate.

I love Earth Day! :D