Caffarella Park: Where Sheep Graze on Ancient Empires

A dive into Roman nature, with a view of sheep and forgotten legends.
September 11, 2024 by
Caffarella Park: Where Sheep Graze on Ancient Empires
homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri

Caffarella Park: your chance to jog between sheep and ruins, because Rome isn't just chaos and monuments, it's also a meadow with a view of centuries past.

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Caffarella Park: Rome’s secret green space you never expectedi

Ever wondered where ancient Roman shepherds strolled while gladiators were busy bashing each other at the Colosseum? Well, the answer is Caffarella Park. This green lung, tucked between the chaotic city and a few sheep who’ve never heard of Roman traffic, is one of the few places where you can genuinely walk through history and nature without dodging a souvenir stand. But be careful, the sheep aren’t too concerned with your presence, so watch your step.

In this park, history is right behind you. There are archaeological remains, nymphaea, and catacombs that seem to say, "Yes, I’ve seen better days." Unlike your typical city park, here you might stumble upon a Roman villa and wonder if some ancestor of the ancient Romans is still hanging around, perhaps disguised as a sheep.

Caffarella's History: More than just a meadow with ruins

Once a rural area and a key part of Roman agricultural life, Caffarella Park has seen entire legions of soldiers, philosophers pondering the meaning of life (spoiler: they didn’t find it), and sheep who have stuck around because Romans never figured out what else to do with them.

Sheep, ghosts, and retired ancient Romans: Tales from Caffarella

Legend has it that once, a group of tourists mistook a flock of sheep for a live historical reenactment. But fear not, the sheep are an integral part of the charm. They say if you listen closely to the wind whistling through the ruins, you might hear the whispers of old shepherds still arguing over the best route to take their flock without losing their temper.

Perché te lo consiglio

Te lo consiglio perché unire rovine antiche, pecore e il fatto che puoi fare jogging senza finire su una strada trafficata è qualcosa che non puoi trovare facilmente in questa città.

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Perché non te lo consiglio

Non te lo consiglio perché, a meno che tu non abbia una passione sfrenata per la storia antica o le pecore, potresti trovarti a chiederti se non era meglio andare a fare shopping in centro.

Why I Recommend It

I recommend it because combining ancient ruins, sheep, and the fact that you can jog without landing on a busy street is something you won’t easily find in this city.

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Why I Don't Recommend It

I don’t recommend it unless you have an uncontrollable passion for ancient history or sheep; otherwise, you might find yourself wondering if a shopping spree downtown would’ve been a better choice.



Caffarella Park: Where Sheep Graze on Ancient Empires
homoerectus, Alessandro Liggieri September 11, 2024

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