Stifling and chaotic yet essentially intoxicating, the Eternal City is still the dolce vita capital of Italy. From the splendours of antiquity to cutting-edge culture via creative Mediterranean cuisine, Rome attacks the senses on every level.
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Step back into Shakespeare's time with a visit to the Globe Theatre in Southwark, a stunning reconstruction of the Bard's early playhouse. Founded by the actor Sam Wanamaker, this is not only a working theatre, but an educational centre and the world's largest exhibition devoted entirely to Shakespeare and his world.