On Thursday we visited the Roman Forum. Though we didn't tour the inside, it was easy to see all of the ancient monuments that make up this site of ruins. As we walked around the perimeter of the ruins it was interesting to see the sharp contrast of the many groups of tourists and modern life that bustled around the area. I didn't realize that most of the ruins, architecture, and art of Rome would be in such close proximity to everyday activity of the city. Cars and tour buses roar down the street on one side of you, while on your other side, the ancient Roman Forum stands quietly.
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