Rome celebrated its 2760th birthday on April 21, 2007, marking Romulus' founding of the ancient city in 753 B.C. This creation story is not precise, and it is more a legend, than a historical fact.
As part of Rome's birthday bash, all museums are free to both tourists and local residents, Italy's national postal service created a special commemorative stamp for the occasion, street performers and musicians filled the city centre and various outdoor exhibits sprung up in the busiest sections of Rome.
Italy's capital even has a birthday song written for the occasion called "Felix Dies Natalis, Roma!" In many ways, the celebration is also an opportunity to welcome the warmer weather of the spring and it is a great time to enjoy outdoor events.
Rome's birthday has been celebrated for many years and even during the days of Mussolini's fascist dictatorship. During this period, the celebration was also seen as a fascist labour day.
As part of Rome's birthday bash, all museums are free to both tourists and local residents, Italy's national postal service created a special commemorative stamp for the occasion, street performers and musicians filled the city centre and various outdoor exhibits sprung up in the busiest sections of Rome.
Italy's capital even has a birthday song written for the occasion called "Felix Dies Natalis, Roma!" In many ways, the celebration is also an opportunity to welcome the warmer weather of the spring and it is a great time to enjoy outdoor events.
Rome's birthday has been celebrated for many years and even during the days of Mussolini's fascist dictatorship. During this period, the celebration was also seen as a fascist labour day.