04 Jun 2022
our tour included ancient Rome forum sites and the Colosseum. Our guide Davide was super knowledgeable and accommodating to all in our group of around 20. Had we visited the forum and related sites on our own, I don’t think I would have spent more than an hour because without knowledge on the context of the buildings, their function and how they related to each other, it would have just appeared an undifferentiated group of ruins.
The Coliseum requires less imagination, but there again his insights added greatly to our understanding and appreciation.
finally, sometimes a small thing will reveal someone’s character in unexpected ways. One guest on the tour had an unusual situation, and the way Davide responded showed what a good and thoughtful person he is.