Visiting the Borghese Gardens was a way to see how the Roman people relax and renew themselves. It was similar in size to New York's Central Park.
Everywhere in the city, nuns are a gentle reminder of the importance of the Catholic faith.
In addition to people walking, jogging, or simply strolling and enjoying the scenery, some folks were involved in elaborate roller-blade contests and dances.
The signs, statues, and flower gardens were all so photogenic that it was had to stop taking pictures and just walk. This water-bearing woman was a favorite of mine. If I were a resident of the city, I would need to come and pay homage to her again and again.
I recognize how this style of signs have been emulated and copied around the world. So inviting.
And even though I became statue weary in the Vatican, I couldn't help but to marvel at the intricacy of this lace collar on this statue.
The raw power of this statue also caught our attention.
We happened to catch a tourist adopting a lotus pose for her photo-op.
Many pavilions and buildings for restaurants and museums are part of the great Borghese Gardens.
This old lion seems so at home here.
The gardens themselves are filled with color and to my surprise I spotted a few palm trees too.
The bright colors in the children's play areas brought joy.
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