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Visit to the Colosseum
Hello My Ally,
Today let’s travel to Rome in the Being Allycaral Friday Feature.
I selected this place as this is the second most visited spot in Italy, centrally situated in Rome – The inception of this structure can take you back to ancient Roman Empire and it’s most preserved heritage.
Initially, The Colosseum had a Latin name which was – Amphitheatrum Flavium in english it would mean Flavian Amphitheatre. As the same was constructed during Flavian Dystasy way back in 82 A.D. This Latin term is largely used to describe this structure. However, the same is world famous as the Colosseum.
There are several instances and it’s successors’ stories, which would definitely leave you wondering how old and ancient – is this beautiful structure: that stands alone withstanding all the nature’s fury from the past several years.
The structure by itself had the capacity to hold over 80,000 people with on an average more than 60,000 people for each show. The structure was used as an amphitheatre to display the dramas based on classical mythology, re-enactments of famous battles, gladiatorial contests, executions, animal hunts and so on.
The iconic symbol of Imperial Rome has definitely been damaged due to stone robbers and earthquakes in the past. But it’s ancient roman connection makes it a favourite spot. Also, it is believed the significance with Roman Catholic Church too makes it a major tourist attraction. Every year, during Good Friday there is a torch lit ‘Way of the Cross’ procession led by the Pope near The Colosseum, Thus strengthening it’s links more with Roman Catholic Crowd.
Some of the structure, is still under restoration as it’s a very big project to be completed. However, the Colosseum stays open everyday to host a wide range of tourist coming from everyday from different parts of the world.
FACTS TO KNOW:
- According to the Guinness World Record, it still holds the record to be the world’s largest amphitheater.
- If one has a closer look would clearly give you the Italian version of the five cent euro coin.
#BEINGALLYCARAL AT ROME:
Must Have in Your DSLR Camera Kit
Hello My Ally,
Good Afternoon, Yes the sky is indeed very beautiful these days especially in Goa. I am not sure how the same is in your city, maybe you could share me your pictures and tell me about the same. To share use the hashtag of #TravelwithAllycaral and I will pick Top 5 and feature the same on the blog soon! So hurry!
Yes I know that today is a Tuesday! I am back to give you tips that will help you while you travel. I know that this is the day, many of you’ll anticipate to hear the #BeingAllycaralTuesdayTips … So without wasting much of your time let me get started with the must haves in your DSLR camera kit for a beginner! First of all Traveling with DSLR needs proper precautions, You need to have a proper bag that fits in your accessories perfectly.
In this post today, I will quickly take you through with my kit, which I use when I travel. So let’s get started.
- DSLR Camera – Selecting a DSLR Camera takes a lot of time, and consumes a lot of energy too because figuring out the right camera often keeps you wondering will that ever be in your budget. Well, the same case was with me, but guess what finally I made a decision and brought home this hunk who is by my side through all the ups and down in my life capturing moments of joy and happiness and also bearing with me when I refusing to stop clicking several pictures at one go. Presenting my Camera – D5100. Yes, currently it isn’t the latest model but it helps me to do what things and click pictures just the way I want to. For now, this is my best partner. The most important tip when you buy a DSLR is remember equipment is important but the important thing is the person who will operate the same because equipment alone cannot do anything and so your vision is important – Always remember
that. - Lenses with Hood – I have two different lenses one is the basic Nikkor 18 -55mm & second is the telephoto, zoom lens of Nikkor 55- 200mm. Initially, I had just the first one which I mentioned that by itself does a lot of my work. I have done several shoots on that one lens and trust me it gives me brilliant results. I went in for the latter because I like clicking birds, wildlife and most importantly the moon! Several times it also gives me a lot of candid pictures amusing everyone with the beautiful Candid that I click. Ofcourse there are several more one could go for like the 35mm lens or for that matter 50mm which is ideal for portrait photos.
- Camera Battery – The one I use for now is the Nikon Lithium Ion Battery Pack of 7.4V which is more than enough for a day out non- stop pictures. Have used it several times when I was abroad and it gave me good results without draining. But if you plan for a long day for a shoot like for videoshoot then I would suggest go in for an another battery of the same kind that will surely help you have a hassle free shoot. Most Important, always keep your camera batteries fully charged before your shoot and keep atleast one in your camera bag, because several times you tend to forget the one you have kept for charging when you rush for shoots. So if you keep a fully charged Battery in your bag, no matter what you will always have one fully charged battery in your bag.
- Memory Card – With regard to the memory cards I use a class 4 of 4GB & Class 10 of 16 GB both of San Disk SDHC. The same is because one card I use for photos while the second I use for videos. Class 10 and above one can shoot videos on your camera giving more space to save the content too.
- Camera Lens Filter – Often neglected but one of the most important accessory every camera should have to prevent the lenses from harsh direct sunlight – I use currently a Hoya HMC – 52mm.
Remember one thing, when you purchase a DSLR keep in mind not all things will be required in your kit to get good pictures. So if you go to purchase camera accessories at the shop don’t buy everything at a go, if the same will be used in practical situations then only go ahead. Remember always to have a cleaning accessories in your camera bag like that of a cloth or a brush. And I feel there you are all set to take the best pictures.
Do tell me what you feel about this article, like comment share and tell me if this article helped you using the hashtag #TravelBeingAllycaral. Till then, Take care and all the very best.
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