Rome is the capital of Italy and is located on the west coast of the country, about 20 kilometers from the sea. The weather is mild, and it is often sunny. It is one of Europe’s most beautiful and interesting cities. 31 Rome is full of history. You can see Christian churches and beautiful palaces that are hundreds of years old. You can also visit the ruins of buildings from the ancient Roman Empire that are thousands of years old. But Rome is also a busy modern city- and the restaurants are sensational! In Rome, you can enjoy the architecture, the sunshine, and the food. The historic centre of Rome is quite small. You can see the Colosseum, the Pantheon, the Forum, the Spanish Steps, and the Vatican all in one day-and all on foot! That’s great if you really want to see everything quickly! But why hurry? Take your time! Then you can see-and enjoy-one of the world’s great cities. 3.4.1.2. Answer the questions a. How far is Rome from the sea? b. What is the weather like? c. What are the restaurants like? d. What is the historic center of the city like? e. How can you get around the center of Rome?