With so many amazing sights to see in the center of the city such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, the Vatican, and endless array of glorious fountains, it's easy to forget that Rome is about 15 miles from the Tyrrhenian Sea.
There’s a reason why bakeries are so buonissimo in Italy, in general, and Rome, in particular: pastries are a regular part of the Italian breakfast experience.
Bursting with life, filled with tradition, simultaneously chaotic and beautiful, the Athens Central Market encapsulates the city's essence like no other.