Carpe Romanam Ambulatio! Seize the Roman passeggiata! The most pleasant part of any Roman sojourn is the leisurely stroll about the historic city, or the passeggiata, as it is called in Italian. Most locals partake in this pastime on Sundays, which is why it is the most crowded afternoon of the week. Nevertheless, time-honored traditions must be upheld, so I joined the hordes of Romans and visitors yesterday afternoon and wandered the alleyways and piazzas, taking in the sites and Christmas markets. Here are a few souvenirs from the stroll, including the Nativity scene in St. Peter's square, only fully revealed tonight, and the famous fountain of Neptune in Piazza Navona with the local birds perched on the statues' heads, creating some living artwork.
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