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Via Sannio Street Market: clothing and then some

NIC81 — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:31:50 +0000

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While people are visiting Rome is not unusual that they ask for a shopping centre where to buy clothes and souvenirs. Unfortunately (or fortunately) inside the city we don’t have such big mall; they are located quite far and sometimes it’s not so simple to reach those areas using the public transportation.

But in the city there it’s possible to visit free open markets where you’ll find many bargains- maybe not brand clothing but there, besides getting a good price you’ll get as well a glimpse into the most picturesque romanity.

The most famous street market one is Porta Portese but it’s open only on Sundays. During week days your best option is Via Sannio, where you’ll find cheap clothes, past seasons stock, military articles, camping, hunting and fishing stuff.

This market is actually open every day from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm and it’s closed on Sunday.Most of the stands from Via Sannio in fact moved on Sunday to the Porta Portese market.

Some curiosities: generally in Sannio street you can buy the “ brand clothes” with substantial discounts in comparison with the usual prices but be careful: in fact most of the things you see there are actually good imitations of famous designer’s ideas.

But not everything is counterfeit, on Via Sannio you’ll find too many second-hand things: a great chance to get a vintage piece of wardrobe that will add a unique touch to your look.

What might be special for foreign tourists is the atmosphere of this tangle of stands: colours, voices and characters who live together inside this small world.

Some colourful characters you can meet at Via Sannio are: the tree of junk, Sylvan the dirty, Gino the musician, Joao the Philippin, Mustafa the optician, Ric and Jan the leather-goods dealers, Mara the seller of sleepers, Fidel the revolutionary, Lella the ragwoman, Tarcisio the infamous, Jimmy the graphic artist, Ahmed and Anal the Libyans, the crazy hatter, Max the business man.

For more information about this peculiar urban celebrities you can check out :

http://www.ziofringuello.com/viasannio.html

Hotel Des Artistes and Yes Hotel are the best in accomodation in Rome. The knowledgeable staff and the high standards of service will make your stay in the Eterna City memorable, and their great location will allow you to explore many hidden angles of the “real” Rome, like the market in Via Sannio.

Directions: from Termini station line A until San Giovanni in Laterano and then you’ll see it just on the corner.

SHOPPING MANIA- EUROMA 2

Xtine71 — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 13:25:15 +0000

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Euroma2-Shopping Mall

Italy is a country of contrasts, and no matter how much you earn you will be always attracted by the beautiful shopping malls full of fascinating fashion shops and pretty products. Another mall, or commercial shopping center has been open in Rome these days. It claims to be the the biggest shopping center in Europe, claims also to be one of the most elegant and fascinating.

So, what is EUROMA2 ?

Well, tastes differ…I personally found it a bit kitch, and maybe too luxurous, maybe with a bit less of style than in times of Michelangelo, but it has a lot of positive and practical features too.

Some historical outline of Euroma2 project. This mall makes part of Central construction plan that the municipality of Rome has sought as a compensation in 2003 in the construction of parks Volusia and Pratone Valley in this area. Located in between the Pacific Ocean Avenue, by the Steet Cristoforo Colombo and street of Decima, apart from Euroma 2, there will be also be constructed two tower buildings designed by architect Purini, high around 120 meters, and will become a new headquarters of the Ministry of Health.

There will be also outlets for the house articles, electronics, sports and personal care shops. A beauty centre and a hairdresser alternate by an erboristeria, a laundry, and two jewellers, perhaps even Fendi. The shopping center will host also a bank, Carifac, Cassa di Risparmio di Fabriano and Cupramontana.
The management of Euroma 2 is in the hands of the Scci, Société des Centres Commerciaux Inc.

So, let’s talk about practical sides of this shopping mall. First of all, in one place you will find 230 different shops, especially some brands that were not presented in Rome a year ago, like H&M are expanding their market in the central Italy and already have captured many hearts and pockets of Roman shopaholics. Also there are present Zara, Nuvolari, Oysho, Bershka, Stradivarius, Pull & Bear Ottics.

This center has a large supermatket IPERCOOP where you can find a variety of products from agriculture to high-tech at very reasonable prices.These 230 different spots represent boutiques and restaurants situated on three stores, multilevel parking for 4000 posts. To cut the symbolic openning band was invited a famous show girl, ex Miss Italia Cristina Chiabotto.

You will find a mega center of electronics TRONY, which was assalted by the customers on the openning day of the 23rd June 2008 with many and many incredible offers and discounts. And last but not the least…

LUXUROUS SALES

July the 5th 2008 to August the 15th 2008

Openning hours Monday 12-22,

Tuesday-Sunday 10-22

If you are an architect, or an arts researcher (why not study masterpieces or monsters of modernity in cement and metal), or maybe you are a raffinated shopper, who is in love with Italy and Rome, then your credo is Time is Money, and you value quality-price equilibrium solutions, then do not hesitate plan your trip to Rome, book fashionable YES Hotel by Termini Station, and then visit the Luxurous and Fashionable Shopping Mall Euroma 2.

Smart Shopping in Rome Italy

Xtine71 — Fri, 26 Jan 2007 17:20:16 +0000

Although most people donâ€™t really think of Via Cavour or the surrounding areas as a place to go shopping, the prices and quality are really decent and only steps away from Yes hotel Rome or Des Artistes accommodation in Rome. Down Via Cavour there are quite a few small clothes shops. Most of these sell belts, ties, shirts, jackets, pants and shoes.
The prices are usually quite reasonable. You can expect to pay between 10 and 15 euros for a 100 % cotton shirt. If the quality is a bit higher around 20 to 25 euros. Pants are pretty cheap too around 27 euro for wool pants.
Most of your money usually gets spent on shoes. However in Via Filipo Turati you will find loads of shops almost all devoted to clothing. Shoes are as low as 25 euros and jeans will also cost as much. Donâ€™t expect to find well known brand clothing here, just the normal everyday street wear or casual clothing.
Another great place to go shopping for clothes is at Upim. There is one in Via Giovanni Giolitti. Just on the other side of Termini Station and another one located near Santa Maria Maggiore. This is a decent clothing department store. They have everything from casual clothes, childrenâ€™s clothes and work wear. The prices are pretty reasonable too.
The only articles of clothing I would suggest you buy from the street vendors are the ties. They are pretty, cheap around 5 to 7 euros, depending on where you go. There is nothing wrong with them. I bought three myself and they have a variety of great colours too, and same with the hand bags : plenty of choice from trendy to more classic.
Shopping in Rome doesnâ€™t always have to be super expensive and the clothes donâ€™t have to be adorned in every brand name imaginable and until end of january sales are on. After you have bought your basic clothes in some of the cheaper shops you may have some money left over to get the one expensive accessory in Via Del Corso (high street fashion) or Via Dei Condotti (exclusive couturier shops) located near our Bed and Breakfast De Cappuccini

Things to do in Rome in the New Year â€“ Winter Breaks

Carly89 — Thu, 09 Nov 2006 17:50:30 +0000

Rome is notorious for itâ€™s outdoor bars and eating â€˜al frescoâ€™ and for this reason travellers tend to visit the city during the warmer months but the winter in Rome is not to be overlooked. Often a winter break can be just as appealing and with the great offers that can be found just after the New Year, it would make a perfect late Christmas present. The months of January and February are especially convenient for a roman holiday and accommodation in rome can easily be found at great rates that your wallet is sure to approve of!
Yes Hotel in Rome is happy to offer itâ€™s immaculate rooms at wonderful prices and with itâ€™s international staff and warm colours and modern conveniences you will be sure to have a wonderful time. Opening in the New Year of 2007 guests can be sure to find a 3 star hotel that is a cut above the rest so contact Yes Hotel today to check out availability and rates today.

What is the weather like at this time of year?

The winter months are mild and the roman sunshine is never far away! This makes Rome tourist friendly pretty much all year round, although if you donâ€™t like the heat then July and August are to be avoided. January and February has a brisk coolness and temperatures can fall on average to around 5 degrees minimum but although fresh, days are usually bright, and rain is usually kept to a minimum.

What is there to do during the New Year of 2007?

The weather may not be so inviting that you feel like sitting out for an evening meal but many establishments have heated lamps allowing you to enjoy the â€˜Al Frescoâ€™ dining even during the winter months. And failing this the character and charm of many of the restaurants makes it a far more enjoyable experience dining inside, and during the summer months you would probably not feel much like tasting the thick hot chocolate with whipped cream that can be found in most roman bars!

Shopping in Rome. A real treat is to feast your eyes upon the famous Via Condotti and Via Frattina that are home to some of the most trendy and expensive boutiques in the world. With a saving on rome accommodation at Yes Hotel maybe you could even treat yourself! Italy is renowned for itâ€™s great fashion sense and the above mentioned streets are classic examples of most elite shops possible â€“ even if you are just looking the likes of Gucci and Prada are definitely worth a visit. For more affordable Italian fashion the nearby Via Del Corso is a shopaholics paradise.
For those looking to avoid the commercial world, Rome has plenty more going on and you will find art exhibitions also running in this periodâ€¦..

January 23rd 2007 thru March 6th 2007 hosts the exhibition of Annibale Carracci and brings together a collection of the very finest in Italian renaissance. The exhibition is located at the â€˜Chiostro del Bramanteâ€™, a cloister built in 1504 adding to the ambience of this stunning show piece of art work. (closed on Mondays)

Currently running until 4th February 2007 is the exhibition of Bonnard, Matisse and the Mediteranean show casing 250 pieces of art demonstrating te friendly relationship to be found between these two artistes. Located near to the roman forum in the â€˜Complesso del Vittorianoâ€™ this exhibition can be appreciated by art lovers and none alike and is definitely worth a visit.

For visitors in early January the Christmas market is not to be missed. In Italy â€˜La Befanaâ€™ is celebrated on the 6th January, and the tradition goes that the children will receive from the witch a lump of coal if they have been naughty or sweets if they have been good! Piazza Navona celebrates in style with a beautiful Christmas market where an array of witches can be purchased in all shapes and sizes!
All that remains is to book your accommodation for an early winter break in the eternal city, a sure remedy for the post festive depression! Contact Yes Hotel today for their best rates and celebrate with them their new opening in early 2007.