Lucci Hotel Rome Blog

Our Blogger: Raul

-The exhibition organized to commemorate the anniversary of the death of the painter is gathering crowds from all over the world.

The Caravaggio exhibition in Rome is being a huge success. As if trying to make up for the decades of oblivion, Italy and  tourists from all around the world are flocking to the Scuderie del Quirinale Museum to admire the works of the Lombard painter who for some critics is “the first modern painter”.

The reason for all this excitement is the 400th anniversary  of the death of the painter who lived in Rome and spent his last years as an outlaw after killing a man in a fight. Many paintings have been gathered from museums all over Europe sepcially for this exhibition, so it’s not very likely you’ll have the cance to see them all together again in your lifetime! There is no better occasion to get acquainted with the ouvre of one of the most famous and mysterious Italian painters

The line for the exhibition can be quite long, so our advice is to book beforehand, which can be done on line. You will pay a bit more for the pre-sale rights, but it will be worth saving the waiting time.

And don’t forget it: for accomodation in Rome Lucci Hotel and Hotel Des Artistes are your best options!

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The paintings of Michelangelo Merisi, known as Caravaggio, continue to marvel the world and the city of Rome is organizing an exhibition to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the death of this grat artist.

Among the works exposed there are the Bacchus from the Uffizi Gallery in Rome, the Musicis of the Metropolitan Museum, the Supper of Emmaus from the National Gallery in London, the Deposition from the Pinacoteca Vaticana.

The celebrations of Caravaggio, actually initiated in autumn with an exhibiton at the BorgheseGallery, but the one taking place now at the Scuderie Del Quirinale will undoubtedly be one of the most important cultural events of the year in Rome.

To discover all the information on the show of Caravaggio to Rome you can visit the site of the Museum of the Scuderie del Quirinale. http://www.scuderiequirinale.it/mediacenter/FE/home.aspx

And if you’re coming to visit the beautiful capital you can book here with us at Lucci Hotel , your most convenient option for accomodation in Rome!

Our Blogger: Marcelo

For the first ever Villa Medici Opens its doors for visitors. The French Academy in Rome exceptionally opens its the prestigious sixteenth century palazzo, the Villa Medici, throughout the summer season. The Academy Villa offers a journey through its history and tradition ..

A chance to experience the living art vibrations in the Villa

The paintings of the sixteenth century by Jacopo Zucchi or the private apartments of the Director of the Academy of France, restored by Balthus, from architectural relief to the series of portraits of famous pensionnaires paintings in the nineteenth century, sculptures by Carpeaux or the engravings of Piranesi.

This exhibition will explore the story of the building, through the archival material support stored. Epistolary correspondence, photographs, ancient and contemporary paintings, drawings, sketches, cartoons, etc. Everything in order to illustrate life in a place long thought of as a fortress.

Today you can visit every corner and learn about its mysteries.

The views of Van Wittel, the works of Henner, Hébert and Caillebotte, Alinari photographs that will be used to trace the changing architecture of the Villa Medici long the centuries. As well, the exhibition of some works of artists that lived recently in the residence: a large portrait of Yan Pei-Ming, which emulates those of the tradition of the last century, at Laurent Grasso – last year’s winner of the Prix Marcel Duchamp, as the best young artist who represents France in the world.

Of course, music could not be left apart. A baroque music festival will take place also from Tuesday 4 to Wednesday 28 August 2009, four concerts of Baroque style music during the month of August in the gorgeous Renaissance gardens.

If you need more info contact us info@yeshotelrome.com or info@hoteldesartistes.com

Our locations are very near and is easy to get the Villa from each one of them. Check www.yeshotelrome.com or www.hoteldesartistes.com. Enjoy it!

Our Blogger: Lorenzo

It won’t take you long to discover the many treasures of the eternal city of Rome. From its many antique churches and ruins to its local delicacies, Rome will offer you a new surprise at every visit but have you ever thought of its hidden jewels?

When we mention jewels we are talking about precious stones and years and years of design and creation. These hidden treasures can be seen at the Bulgari expo, “Between eternity and history 1884-2009” to be held at the Palazzo delle esposizioni (194 Via Nazionale) from the 22^nd of May to the 13^th of September. The expo will highlight the founder of the legendary Bulgari name, Sotiro Bulgari and his connection to the city of Rome.

This year Bulgari celebrates its 125^th anniversary of its store opening in Rome. Bulgari is famous today for its colored stones, unique in the world. Its style mixes Greek influences with Italian flavor. The exposition will include approximately 400 pieces of jewelry, precious pieces and unique watches. Many of these pieces have never been seen by the public because they are the property of collectors while others are part of a vintage collection that is no longer available to the public. Photographs of famous people who have worn or own a piece of this outstanding jewelry and original designs and details of the creation of these jewels will all be yours to admire.

The Palazzo delle Esposizioni is located near Repubblica square, within walking distance from Yes Hotel and Hotel des Artistes, two of the most outstanding alodgement options in Rome!

Our Blogger: Andrea

The last 3^rd of April, the Euro exhibition has been inaugurated in Rome. After Bratislava and Barcelona this fantastic appointment came into the Italian capital.

Lorenzo Bini Smaghi, member of the executive board of the ECB Rome, has given the first speech to introduce the event, on whiche he explained that  the main objective of the Euro Exhibition is to give a wide public the opportunity to have an overview of the euro coins and banknotes and to increase the knowledge of their characteristics.

So, you are invited in the premises of Banca D’Italia to use all the elements which will contribute to make your visit an interesting, learning and unique experience at the same time.

However, there you can find on display genuine banknotes and interactive touch screens; and if you decide to go with your kids, don’t worry: a wonderful children’s corner is ready to welcome the little people. They will have fun with exciting games, life-size heroes figures of the “Anna and Alex take on the banknotes forgers” booklets.

Banca D’Italia, with this Exhibition, intends to celebrate the10^th anniversary of the introduction of the Euro in the main Italian bank. Consequently, the event will be free; you have no excuses to miss this interesting event.

Open time and days: Monday to Friday from 10.00 am until 6.00 pm ( 1^st of May, 2^nd and 29^th of June excluded).

Address: Banca D’Italia, Villa Huffler, via Nazionale 191 Roma

Via Nazionale, an avenue filled with commercial and cultural life is located only a few minutes away from Yes Hotel and Hotel Des Artistes, your top choices if you want to get the most from your Euros while in Rome!

Our Blogger: Marcelo

Unique and very valuable works can be admired on a new exhibition in Rome, Giotto e il Trecento (Giotto and the fourteenth century), a chance to have an interesting approach to the middle ages art. The huge exhibition at the Complesso del Vittoriano displays 150 masterpieces from museums around the world.

Giotto was the first Italian artist to overcome the tendencies of Byzantine painting of his time by exploring what eventually would lead to the great artistic revolution of the Renaissance. Profoundly innovative, the art of this great master was not indifferent to their peers, and in his time enjoyed great fame.

Among the great works on display there are masterpieces of great painters of the   fourteenth century as Cimabue, Pietro Lorenzetti, Simone Martini, Giovanni Pisano, Arnolfo di Cambio, Tino di Camaino and others, as well as jewelry, wooden sculptures and illuminated manuscripts. This represents the classic and gothic influences that shaped a new taste in art and renovated the canons of expression and will be presented in different sections.

The Complesso del Vittoriano is really easy to reach from Hotel Des Artistes or Yes Hotel. Visit our web sites www.hoteldesartistes.com or www.yeshotelrome.com to get more information on location, rates and availability for accommodation!

Our Blogger: Arianna

Well known all over the world, Leonardo Da Vinci is one of the major examples of Italian genius: polyvalent  and enigmatic, his talents spanned from painting ( everybody knows the Gioconda and the  Last Supper), to beautiful sculptures and ingenious war inventions.

In particular I’m writing this post just to talk about the relation between Leonardo and the music.

In fact the artist really loved the music and he even composed some aria. Besides, he was a passionate player of the, literally “ arm lyre” (lira da braccio) and he even draw a model of this instrument.

Actually the  Organ Viola, the one that Leonardo draw has been built by the “Association de Recherche Culturelle L. De Vinci” from Sion (CH)

It’s fascinating to learn, regarding Leonardo’s love for music, that according to scholars Gian Mario Pala and Loredana Mazzarella, inside the Leonardo’s Last Supper there is a hidden a musical composition which has been synthesized digitally. Of course a new book on the subject is coming….

  Now in Rome will take place on June the 12th 2009, Leonardo da Vinci e la Musica, a conference about this specific aspect of the artist’s life. There will be on display, too, the organ viola that Leonardo designed. The conference is part of a bigger project intended to draw an itinerary about the history of music between XVII and XX century and will be held at the National Museum of Musical Instruments, on the square of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme (Holy Cross in Jerusalem), near the subway station San Giovanni.

The entrance it’s for free but it’s necessary to book in advance.

To enjoy the stimulating cultural life of Rome, there’s no better option than Hotel Des Artistes and Yes Hotel, a great base to explore the Eternal City and Italy!

WHEN: June 12th, 2009 WHERE iazza di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, 9/a (National Museum of Musical Instruments) CONTACTS: 0039 06 7014796/ mnsm@virgilio.it

Our Bogger: Diana

From February, Rome is the stage of dance festivals: Festival Equilibrio and Festival Fuga.Two events with one aim: to spread the word about this magical form of art.

Festival Equilibrio is pointing at the exhibition of outstanding newly come dancers from all over the world like Spain, Portugal, Austria, France, Hungary, China. Impressive is the variety of expression between the choreographies: from the pure abstract and spiritual dance of the Chinese Shen Wei to the fusion between theatre and dance created by the Arab-Israeli duo Guy & Roni.

From a selection of ten dancers, the winner will be chosen on the evenings of February 20^th and 21^st where even the audience is invited to take part.

The Accademia Nazionale di Danza, the school founded in Rome by Jia Ruskaia in 1948 to train dance teachers, is proposing March 21st-28th and April 4^th the “Crashing Test”: young choreographers and musicians will test the taste (harsh play on words) of the spectators, craving for applauses on stage.

On the other hand, the Piccolo Festival di Fuga proposes a more articulated program. Besides live exhibitions, specialized books will be presented along with interviews with the most interesting names of the dance scene.

 The Auditorium Parco della Musica of Rome, the venue where the Festival Equilibrium will take place is located on Viale Pietro de Coubertin, near the Palazzetto dello Sport, off Viale Tiziano.

The Auditorium Parco della Musica is in the Flaminio district of Rome, by the Villaggio Olimpico and can be easily reached by public transport:
Bus Routes

• 910, from Termini Station and Piazza Mancini
• 53, from Piazza Mancini and Piazza San Silvestro
• 217, from Viale XVII Olimpiade and Termini Station
• 231, from Piazza Mancini and Piazzale Canestre (in Villa Borghese park). Only weekends
• Linea “M”, special bus route between Termini station and Viale Pietro de Coubertin Auditorium stop. From 17h00 – every 15 mins. Last bus from the Auditorium departs at the end of last event.

Tram routes

• 2, from Piazzale Flaminio and Piazza Mancini

Trains

• Metro A line to the Flaminio stop then no.2 tram
• Or the Ferrovia Roma-Nord train to the Piazza Euclide stop

By car

• From the G.R.A. (ring-road around Rome) take the Flaminio Saxa Rubra exit towards Corso di Francia
• Or from the Lungotevere Flaminio turn off into Viale Tiziano and then again at the
• Palazzetto dello Sport (covered sport complex)

Guy & Roni in action

As for the Piccolo Festival of fuga, it will take place on the Ruskaja Theatre, conveniently located near the subway station Circo Massimo.

To enjoy these and many other stimulating activities the eternal city has to offer don’t hesitate to make a booking at Yes Hotel or Hotel Des Artistes!

Our Blogger: Marcelo

To feel the pilgrimage experience, offering a place of meeting. A crossroads for faiths and philosophies. A pilgrimage through history, information, art, technology. To celebrate and begin a journey. That’s the aim of the Journeys of the Spirit Festival.

It will take place in the New Rome Fair Ground (North Entrance) from the 15th until the 18^th of January in our beautiful city.

Four thematic areas will be shown:

Main Itineraries of Faith: Dedicated to Rome, Santiago and Jerusalem, the most important spiritual destinations for Christians. Designed by the famous Cinecittà studios, it will allow you to experience the energy of these sacred locations.

Destinations and Tourism Professionals: Institutions and operators will be present giving direct contact with those who support the different spiritual destinations.

Inside Italy: Every Region of Italy will present its religious and cultural gifts. The whole pavilion was designed to resemble a Medieval square. An interactive display of Italy will be placed at the centre of the ‘’Piazza’’. Here the most complete information about art, monuments and sites in the Country is offered.

Youth at Josp Fest: Dedicated to students focused on training and career guidance.

This important meeting provides the opportunity for pilgrims and tourists to revisit places of worship in search of the origins of the Holy land through a journey of magnificent art work, nature and man. You can visit it from 10:00 until 18.00. It’s free (So you have no excuse if you are in Rome those days).

The location is easy to reach with public transportation since our hotel is located within walking distance from the main station Termini. For further information you can contact us at Yes Hotel in Rome.

Our Blogger: Diana

Food, art and design were the ingredients of Gustovagando, a tasteful event which took place at Macro Future from December 27th 2008 till January 6th 2009. Christmas was still in the air and the cheerful and cosy atmosphere of this festivity was re-created through an imaginary apartment including a kitchen, a dining-room and a living room. 

Every day one region of central Italy was welcomed as a guest to present their traditional culinary delights. It was a great chance for producers, who actively took part in the exhibition, to promote their products through seminaries and tasting.

Food lessons were organised during the afternoon, where high level chefs proposed the main Christmas dishes. Thinking of a place to stay in Rome? Try Lucci Hotel, it’s smack bang in the centre!

MACRO FUTURE

Piazza Orazio Giustiniani 4

How to get there from Termini station

BUS 75 (POERIO/MARINO) for 14 stops. Get out at MARMORATA/GALVANI then walk for 500 m.

Entrance opens from 16.30 till 24.00
Food Educational: from 18.00 to 20.00 (on January 04th and 05th from 19.30)
Live concerts: from 21.00

Closure days: December 31^st 2008 and January 1^st 2009
Free entrance

Ticket price of Food Educational ranging from 20 up to 70 euros