Explore monumental, all-conquering Rome and go beyond the Eternal City’s ancient gates to discover what lies outside them–volcanic lakes, beaches and islands, refined hill towns, Etruscan tombs and the high, snowy peaks of the Apennines. Hand-picked and special places to stay and eat, easy-to-use maps, clear layout and rich cultural background detail combine with reliable advice on everything from castles and monuments to pizzas and piazzas. Captivating tales of heroic poets, colorful popes, ruthless emperors and fascinating antiquities combine to make a guide that is as interesting as it is dependable.