Verona.

I'm a little late with updating my blog so here's what's happened. My roommates and I went to Verona two weekends ago and it was absolutely beautiful. There isn't one place in Italy I honestly haven't loved so far.


First, we went to Juliet's house. The walls were covered with letters to Juliet in neon colors. We read some of the letters on the walls and made our way into the courtyard through the sea of people. Inside the courtyard you had a view of Juliet's balcony and the golden statue of the women that symbolizes luck. Supposedly, if you touch her boob it gives you good luck.


After the courtyard experience we made our way into the "house". Honestly, I would consider it a castle because it was five stories and absolutely massive. Inside there were pictures of Romeo and Juliet, glass cases where their clothes were on display, Juliet's bedroom, letters inside rooms that people have posted to her in the past, and more importantly the room that led to the infamous balcony. My two roommates, Kelly and Kira, as well as myself went onto the balcony. We were able to look down into the courtyard and experience William Shakespeare's interpretation of the view Juliet once saw.


After roaming through Juliet's house we made our way to the bridge that overlooks the river. What an amazing site. Domes on top of palaces peaked through the hills and the sun was shining on the water and it was just absolutely breathtaking.


We had very limited time in Verona because we booked the trip horribly so after the bridge we made our way toward the infamous Arena. On the way to the Arena we ran into a Cathedral and saw people going in so we decided to walk in. When we walked through the huge doors it was like a dream. The most beautiful church service was about to take place in the most breathtaking atmosphere. The music was beautiful and loud, the people sat in the pews as the priest was about to welcome them, and the scenery is indescribable. Massive pillars, high ceilings with pictures and carvings that were amazing, pictures, candles, everything imaginable that makes up a astonishing Cathedral in Italy. We felt odd being in the church service and just wanting to snap pictures so we made our way toward the Arena, as planned.


When we arrived to the area, it was packed. However, we made our way through the crowds of people and   went directly inside the Arena. We went in and walked directly toward the center where all of the activities used to take place. What a view. Tourists from all over were sitting in the stands just overlooking the architecture and the overwhelming size of this historical landmark. I loved it. Although we just sat there and took it all in, that's one of the best experiences about being out here. Sitting and enjoying every aspect that I know I'm in a place where history took place and where people have heard stories about. The fact that I get to experience all of this is the most beneficial feeling.


We had limited time in Verona because we planned our train schedule horribly. However, I don't regret not seeing other tourist spots. Yes, of course I would have loved to but I'm not upset that I didn't. I could say I went to Juliet's house, overlooked the most amazing view of the river in Verona, and sat in the infamous Arena, all in Verona, Italy.