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✨ Stepping into the splendor of Palazzo Doria Pamphilj! 🎨

Our Rome study abroad students explored one of the city’s most extraordinary private art collections, housed in a magnificent palace still owned by the Doria Pamphilj family.

From the opulent interiors and gilded ceilings to masterpieces by Caravaggio, Fontana, Rembrandt, Reni, Tiziano, Velázquez, and many other great artists, every room offered a new opportunity to connect the art and history we’ve been studying with the world around us.

One of the highlights?For me, one of the biggest highlights was seeing work by Tiziano! I never tire of his colors and the sensual quality of his paintings. There’s something special about standing in front of a painting you’ve studied and being able to experience its color, brushwork, and presence in person. Reproductions simply can’t capture the same magic. 💜

And of course, Caravaggio’s dramatic use of light and shadow reminds us why his work revolutionized Baroque painting. I also always appreciate Rembrandt’s sensitivity. I could go on and on but 20 slides and a bunch of paragraphs will never suffice!

We also really appreciated this calm, quiet, and uncrowded viewing experience. Such a pleasure to savor the art slowly! It’s good for students to see this salon-style hang too, which is a major contrast to the eye-level, even spacing of contemporary museums of art history. So much educational value at every turn!

In Rome, the classroom is everywhere — sometimes behind the doors of a centuries-old palace. 💜

#ArtHistory #RomeStudyAbroad #PalazzoDoriaPamphilj #Caravaggio #ArtTrippin

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Beneath Rome lies another world. 🕯️

We descended into the Catacombs of San Callisto, one of the most important burial sites of early Christianity, dating back to the 2nd century CE.

Miles of underground galleries hold thousands of tombs, offering a glimpse into how early Christians honored their dead, expressed their faith, and developed a visual language that would shape the history of Western art.

From ancient symbols carved into stone to the quiet passageways beneath the modern city, this is a reminder that Rome’s history extends far beyond its magnificent monuments above ground.

✨ Art history isn’t always found in museums. Sometimes, it’s hidden beneath our feet.

#RomeStudyAbroad #ArtHistory #CatacombsOfSanCallisto #EarlyChristianArt

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Collecting credits and memories in the Eternal City ✨

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The study in study abroad!!!

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A few of our favorite food spots in Florence!

@wildbunsbakery_florence (love their rotating seasonal pastries and cappuccinos ☕️🥐)

@vogliadikebabflorence (6€ kebabs that are delectable with amazing service)

@mamasfirenze (they are THE go-to spot for quality bagels, pastries, baked goods, lattes…pretty much everything. Can’t forget their tasty brunch on the weekends)

@raiceslatinfood (hands down the best Latin food in Florence🥇)

@cantinadelgelato (they have gelato, smoothies, and acai bowls… they are our GO-TO acai bowl spot, just look at all that fruit 🍌🍑🍓🍍)

@dittaartigianale (always reliable with great options for food, pastries, and coffee. Plus they’re laptop friendly! 🥞)

#csuflorence #csulbabroad #csufabroad #florence #food

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Some highlights from our visit to the Piazza del Duomo! ⛪️

Students were given tickets to enter and view the Baptistery of San Giovanni, as well as the Opera del Duomo Museum. 🎟️🏛️

Additionally, there is free public access to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, so students took advantage and got to see some more incredible architecture and art! 🔔🖼️

#csuflorence #csulbabroad #csufabroad #studyabroad #florence

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Siena and San Gimignano day trip! 🌟

Last Saturday, students took a day trip to the beautiful Tuscan towns of Siena and San Gimignano, which was included in the program. 🏰🐎

In Siena, students participated in a guided walking tour of the city, including the Basilica Cateriniana di San Domenico. The rest of the time was free to explore and grab a bite to eat! ⛪️

Then, in San Gimignano, students got to taste gelato from Gelateria Dondoli, which was ranked the top gelato in the world in 2024! This was followed by some time to walk around and take in the views. 🍨

#csuflorence #csulbabroad #csufabroad #siena #sangimignano

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From pizza, pasta, salad, cornetto and of course the classic cappuccino, we have truly indulged in the best Rome has to offer 🤌🏼

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📚☕️ Midterms are creeping up, so here are 3 of our favourite study spots in London to get you through the semester! 🇬🇧✨ Whether you’re looking for a cosy café, a quiet corner, or somewhere to lock in and get those grades, London has you covered. 📝🤍

Save this for your next study session & let us know your favourite London study spot in the comments! 👇 #aifsabroad #aifscustomized #study #midterms #london

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Local cuisine!

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Our trip to the Uffizi Gallery! 🖼️

Our program included a guided tour of one of the most famous galleries in Florence. We got the chance to see many paintings and sculptures made by renowned Renaissance artists such as Sandro Botticelli, Leonardo Da Vinci, and Michelangelo! 🎨🖌️

#csuflorence #csulbabroad #csufabroad #studyabroad #uffizi

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